You And The Law Podcast | Justice System Insights

Black women in the police force have faced discrimination over their hair, including being forced to choose between their employment and their racial identity. Recently an 18-year veteran of the Miami Police Department was harassed and demoted over her hair. Is there a double standard between Black and White female officers and hairstyles?

For several decades the DOJ has been Investigating Local Police Departments across the United States. for violations of civil rights violations and or use of force incidents. Those federal investigations and possible court orders to follow could take years to complete. Local police departments under federal oversight have complained about the immense strain on resources and personnel it takes to m...

Is there a problem with at-risk youth and juvenile crimes across the United States Yes, there is a problem with juvenile crime in cities like Oklahoma City, Memphis, and Minneapolis, and the state of Minnesota is struggling to address it. Younger and younger offenders are committing more violent crimes, including shootings, carjackings, and armed robberies. Youth crime is a growing concern. Many y...

With more police officers being convicted of murder charges since the death of George Floyd. Recently a former Texas police officer was convicted in the killing of a 15-year-old black who was inside a vehicle when he fired shoots into the car. a jury found a former Louisville police officer guilty in the death of Breonna Taylor. Join the Co-host Chiefs this Thursday at 6PM. CST. Streaming live on...

In recent years, the public has questioned police leaders for bestowing badges and guns on officers who are psychologically ill-suited to their jobs at a time when trust in police is already at historic low. Most police departments use psychological testing to help select candidates. The psychological exam is a key step in the hiring process and is used to determine if a candidate can handle the u...

Join the Co-host Chiefs this Thursday at 6PM CST. We'll be streaming live on Facebook and YouTube with this week’s guests, Keith and Tracy Duroy, as we discuss the Value of Peer Support for First Responders. Keith is a retired Oklahoma City Police Department Master Sergeant, AKA ( SWEET DADDY D), and Tracy retired from a lengthy career in the public safety field. They both have taken on new roles...

October 11-14, 2024, was National Faith & Blue Weekend which facilitates safer and stronger communities by engaging law enforcement officers and local residents through the connections of faith-based organizations. Faith & Blue is based on the premise that strong communities are built through mutual respect and understanding. Law enforcement and faith institutions are key pillars of each c...

Since the 19th century, Hispanics have been actively engaged in law enforcement. Despite facing discrimination, both men and women have persevered, leading to a steady increase in their numbers over the years. Today, Hispanic public safety leaders play vital roles, serving as role models and making significant contributions. Join the Co-host Chiefs on Thursday at 6PM CST. with their guest Chief Ra...

At least 94 people died after they were given sedatives and restrained by police from 2012 through 2021, according to findings by the AP in collaboration with FRONTLINE (PBS) and the Howard Centers for Investigative Journalism. While supporters say sedatives enable rapid treatment for drug-related behavioral emergencies and psychotic episodes and protect front-line responders from violence. Critic...

Over the years, many situations involving police officer's behaviors have caused harm to the community they are supposed to serve and protect. Often officer misconduct goes on for years. Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late, how early Intervention inside many police departments can prevent incidents like what happened in Memphis involving Tyre Nichols who posed no threat to police when he was snatched o...

We have all seen the video of NFL star Tyreek Hill’s traffic stop revives discussion about the realities faced by Black drivers. This gangster behavior and lack of impulse control is the peak of unprofessionalism from those involved. Is this another example of a bigger problem where officers are just desperate to dominate people? Join the Co-host Chiefs tonight at 6PM CST. Another informative topi...

Join the Co-host Chiefs tonight at 6PM CST. For another informative topic as they will explore the rise in attacks on police officers, the potential causes behind them, and the steps we can take to protect our police from further harm.

In recent years, high-profile police killings of Black people George, Sonnya Massey, and Tyre Nichols to name a few have thrust into the national spotlight the sustained oppression that communities of color feel at the hands of law enforcement. However, accountability for police has been rare and has taken shape almost exclusively as punishment. Communities are desperate for healing in the wake of...

Join the Chiefs tonight at 6 PM CST. With You And The Law Podcast as they look back at some of the amazing training and events at the 48th Annual NOBLE National Conference in New Orleans that took place August 9th to 13th.

With many school districts starting back the topic of school policing remains difficult and contested from viral videos of police and student encounters gone wrong, to a seeming surge in violence that’s causing some districts to consider adding more cops in schools, to perennial fears about school shootings. The National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) indicates that officers play...

Going to prison can change your entire life. After you are released from prison, being locked up can have lasting traumatic effects. That’s why a healthy support system, the right resources, and community are vital to life after imprisonment. Join the Co-host Chiefs Virgil Green and Keith Humphrey on Thursday at 6 PM CST streaming live on Facebook and YouTube with their guest Roslyn Long the Co-ho...

We failed Sonya the Illinois sheriff says about the fatal police shooting of Sonya Massey, it took nearly two weeks after one of his former deputies was charged with murder in the death of a Black woman who’d called 911 for help, for the Illinois sheriff to publicly acknowledged his office failed Soyna Massey and asked forgiveness and expressed his willingness to enforce change within the sheriff’...

Nearly 250 women have been fatally shot by police since 2015, the recent shocking bodycam video of Illinois police shooting of another Black woman in her home sparks outrage. Sonya Massey called the police to investigate a report of a suspected "prowler" on July 6 at 12:50 a.m. outside her home in Springfield, Illinois. The video, recorded by cameras worn by the officers, shows Massey, i...

Coordination between local agencies and the Secret Service before a Presidential visit is essential and well-practiced by this and most other federal agencies. Any agency assisting in Secret Service operations should have its own briefings internally. Join the Co-host Chiefs on Thursday at 6PM CST. They discuss the concerns surrounding how a gunman was able to go undetected by law enforcement befo...

What Does the Duty to Intervene Really Mean? When a law enforcement officer uses excessive force or engages in other prohibited conduct, other officers on the scene must stop such action. What Does This Really Mean how are officers protected when they do come forward when they report a fellow officer. However, officers may hesitate to intervene, especially if the other officer is a superior. Faili...

The recent officer-involved shooting of an airman Roger Fortson, inside his Flordia apartment. Join the Co-host Chiefs as they discuss whether police officers see a threat before they use deadly force.

The Dark History of Freaknik and Law Enforcement's Goal to Stop the Party. Freaknik was an annual spring break event in Atlanta, Georgia, from the mid-1980s until the late 1990s. The event began as a small gathering of college students and quickly grew into a massive party that attracted people from all over the country. In 2024 the Freaknik parties are popping back up, In recent months many s...

Diddy is just the latest in a long line of musical abusers, footage of rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs assaulting his then-girlfriend Cassandra Ventura in a hotel in 2016. Brings back the horrifying stories between the late Tina Turner and Ike Turner. It's easy how entertainers like “Diddy” and others have forgotten the images in 2009 between Rihanna and Chris Brown The music industry has been criti...

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Currently, tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in many planned events that honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. This year marks the 36th annual cand...

Join the Co-host Chiefs live on Thursday at 6PM CST. As they discuss Policing in the United States faces a serious public relations problem. There is a lack of trust between the police and the public resulting in poor police community relations. Law enforcement agencies need to find ways to engage with the communities they serve that show the police service in a positive light and improve relation...