#law-enforcement

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

security  How does the U.S. justice system handle cases involving cybercrime?

Cybercrime is a growing concern in the United States and law enforcement agencies have been grappling with how to best handle these types of cases....    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

policy  How does the justice system handle cases involving domestic violence?

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many people in the United States. It can have devastating consequences for victims and their...    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 did John F. Kennedy's presidency impact the U.S. criminal justice system?

John F. Kennedy's presidency had a significant impact on the U.S. criminal justice system, as he sought to improve the fairness and effectiveness of...    Read more

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

security  What is the role of technology in criminal investigations?

Technology has played an increasingly important role in criminal investigations in recent years. In fact, modern criminal investigations often rely...    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  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