Militarization Ch 8 Pt. 1

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What was the primary focus of Ferguson's law enforcement practices according to the U.S. Department of Justice investigation?

Community engagement and public safety

Protection of civil rights

Crime prevention and reduction

Revenue generation over public safety (correct)

How were police patrol assignments and schedules in Ferguson geared?

Based on crime hotspots

Toward community policing initiatives

Toward enforcing municipal code for revenue (correct)

To ensure public safety

What was the basis for officer evaluations and promotions in Ferguson's police department?

Adherence to ethical standards

Crime prevention efforts

Productivity measured by the number of citations issued (correct)

Community satisfaction and feedback

How were innocent movements, mental or physical illnesses, and free speech interpreted by officers in Ferguson?

As unlawful and disobedient Signup and view all the answers

What method did the police use to disperse the crowds on Wednesday, August 13?

Smoke bombs, flash grenades, and tear gas Signup and view all the answers

Who announced the takeover of policing from the St. Louis County Police in Ferguson?

Missouri’s Governor, Jay Nixon Signup and view all the answers

What event led to heightened tensions in the community on Friday, August 15?

The release of a video showing Mr. Brown robbing a local store Signup and view all the answers

What was the response of the grand jury investigating the killing of Mr. Michael Brown by Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson?

They decided not to indict Officer Wilson Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Officer Wilson shooting Michael Brown?

Brown charged towards Wilson, perceived as a threat Signup and view all the answers

What occurred on August 10 and 11 in response to the shooting?

Rioting and looting by demonstrators and counter-protesters Signup and view all the answers

Who took over the investigation from the Ferguson Police Department?

The St. Louis County Police Department Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown?

The text does not mention the outcome of the investigation Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason firefighters were unable to respond to burning buildings during the riots in Ferguson?

They were unable to respond due to gunfire Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the bills introduced into the Missouri legislature in the aftermath of the riots in Ferguson?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

Who was appointed as the new police chief in Ferguson in early 2016?

Delrish Moss Signup and view all the answers

What did President Obama's working group recommend regarding the distribution of military equipment to local law enforcement agencies?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary function of the Ferguson court system?

To compel payment of fines and fees to the city Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of vehicle stops in Ferguson were of blacks?

85% Signup and view all the answers

What led to the issuance of warrants for minor violations in Ferguson?

Failure to pay fines and fees Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Michael Brown's encounter with Officer Darren Wilson?

Suspected involvement in a local market theft Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ferguson court functioned primarily to compel payment of fines and fees to the city
In 2013, court issued 9,000 warrants for minor violations, leading to incarceration
Blacks were disproportionately affected: in Maplewood, MO, blacks were arrested at almost three times the rate of whites
In Ferguson, one-and-a-half warrants were issued for every resident
Failure to pay a $90 fee could result in a $100 warrant, incarceration fees, and towing fees
Traffic stops were primarily for checking warrants, not traffic violations or contraband
Clear and accurate information about charges and court procedures were not provided
Unpaid fines and fees created crushing debts for those living in poverty
In Ferguson, 85 percent of vehicle stops, 90 percent of citations, and 93 percent of arrests were of blacks
In 2012-2014, 95 percent of "walking in the roadway" violations and 94 percent of "failure to comply" charges were given to blacks
Nearly 90 percent of use of force by Ferguson officers was against blacks
Michael Brown, an 18-year-old black man, was shot by Officer Darren Wilson in August 2014
Encounter lasted about two minutes, occurred because Officer Wilson suspected involvement in a local market theft
Brown resisted arrest, punched and grabbed Wilson, leading Wilson to fear for his safety
Wilson attempted to use mace, baton, and Taser but could not reach them
Brown gained control of Wilson's weapon, but it jammed twice, leading Wilson to fear for his life
Brown and Wilson struggled, resulting in gunfire, with Brown fleeing the scene
Wilson pursued Brown on foot, with the shooting occurring during the chase.

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