Deaths After Police Contact

Constructing Accountability in the 21st Century

Autori

• David Baker

Parametri

• 252 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Diritto
• Geografia & Topografia
• Letteratura giuridica
• Mappe e viaggi
• Scienze sociali

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Focusing on the sensitive issue of deaths following police contact in England and Wales, the book explores the accountability mechanisms employed by regulatory bodies in the twenty-first century. It highlights the societal unease surrounding such incidents, particularly among marginalized groups, including individuals from Black or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, those with mental health challenges, and substance dependents. The text delves into the complex dynamics of police authority, force, and the expectation to preserve life, underscoring the profound implications of these cases for society.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

(In brossura)