Police Oversight Boards in Florida

SOURCE npr.org
Florida legislature passes bill to reduce powers of police oversight boards formed to investigate law enforcement misconduct.

Key Points

  • Bill passed by Florida legislature to reduce powers of police oversight boards
  • Concerns raised over potential shutdown of these oversight boards

Pros

  • Increased accountability for law enforcement misconduct
  • Transparency in investigations

Cons

  • Reduced powers may limit effectiveness
  • Potential shutdown of oversight boards