How Do You Deal With Police Brutality?
Since a number of cases was covered by major media outlets in the last three decades, awareness of the problem of police abuse has risen. Few people would now ignore the possibility of police officers taking advantage of their power and responsibility, and a number of citizen advocacy groups have gained prominence. Departments have instituted a number of sensitivity programs and screened for potentially violent officers. In many communities, however, police brutality remains a significant problem. Seek medical treatment, if necessary. If advised, undergo all tests to assess the full physical damage done. Request a copy of the medical records of injuries. This may be necessary in the case of later legal proceedings. Contact local advocacy groups. Give them a copy of the medical records and any other documents that might be useful. They will extend services and guide you toward legal counsel. If there are no groups in proximity to you, then seek out national groups who may be able to hel
