How does the FBI protect the civil rights of people in the United States?
The FBI investigates all violations of federal civil rights statutes. The results of such investigations are given to the Department of Justice, which determines prosecution. Civil rights violations fall into several categories: racial or religious discrimination; color of law-use of excessive force or police misconduct; involuntary servitude or slavery; the Voting Rights Act of 1965; the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Equal Credit Opportunity Act; Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act; and the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act. What are the most typical civil rights violations? The most common complaint involves allegations of excessive use of force by law enforcement personnel causing injuries or death. Approximately 40 to 50 law enforcement personnel are convicted of this offense each year. Another common complaint involves racial violence, such as physical assaults, homicides, verbal or written threats, or desecration of property.
