Law Enforcement

A Bureau of Land Management policy may weaken enforcement of federal laws and regulations on public lands.

Scholars argue that reform is needed to address the unjust practices of law enforcement officers.

Leading experts propose changes to use of force regulation to eradicate police brutality.

Rapid DNA technology expands law enforcement’s ability to test samples, but also raises privacy concerns.

Expert examines the regulatory challenges of robotic policing.

Some states are using regulatory approaches to ensure the accountability of law enforcement officials.

Former FBI agent outlines ways departments can reduce deadly encounters between civilians and police.

Criminal justice experts discuss improper use of police force—and also pose solutions.

The Trump Administration’s ill-advised “law and order” approach to policing should be eschewed in favor of procedural justice.

Creative policy changes could re-center our criminal justice system.

Concerns surrounding police use of force highlight the urgent need for law enforcement reform.

Given the growing number of female prisoners, our incarceration system needs to focus more on women’s needs.