#law-enforcement

gavel  How does the U.S. justice system handle cases involving terrorism?

The U.S. justice system has a specific set of laws and procedures in place for cases involving terrorism. When an act of terrorism occurs, law...    Read more

gavel  What is the role of the U.S. Department of Justice in the justice system?

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is responsible for enforcing federal law and administering justice in the United States. It is headed by the...    Read more

gavel  How does the U.S. justice system handle cases involving police shootings?

When a police officer fatally shoots someone in the line of duty, it is the criminal justice system’s responsibility to determine if the shooting was...    Read more

gavel  What was the name of the Baltimore man who died while in police custody, sparking widespread protests?

The name of the Baltimore man who died while in police custody, sparking widespread protests, was Freddie Gray. He was arrested on April 12, 2015,...    Read more

gavel  What is the role of the U.S. Attorney General in the justice system?

The U.S. Attorney General is the head of the United States Department of Justice and serves as the chief law enforcement officer and legal advisor to...    Read more

gavel  How does the U.S. justice system handle cases involving mental illness?

In the United States, the criminal justice system has struggled to adequately address cases involving individuals with mental illness. In many cases,...    Read more

warning  What are the impacts of police militarization on communities?

Police militarization is a controversial topic that has sparked much debate in recent years. The term refers to the use of military equipment and...    Read more

policy  How can we address the issue of human trafficking?

Human trafficking is a global issue that affects millions of people every year. To effectively address this issue, a multifaceted approach is needed...    Read more

gavel  How does the U.S. justice system handle cases involving police shootings?

When a police officer fatally shoots someone in the line of duty, it is the criminal justice system’s responsibility to determine if the shooting was...    Read more

event  On what date did Freddie Gray die from injuries sustained while in police custody in Baltimore, Maryland?

Freddie Gray, a 25-year-old African American man, died from injuries sustained while in police custody in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Gray was arrested...    Read more