Los Angeles Says It Won't Charge Protesters For Breaking Curfew

Los Angeles Says It Won't Charge Protesters For Breaking Curfew

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The Los Angeles County District Attorney's office announced it will not charge protesters arrested during demonstrations against George Floyd's death. Despite having the highest number of protest-related arrests in the U.S., the DA supports free speech and peaceful protests. As some protests turned violent, curfews were imposed, but many have since been lifted. The LA City Attorney plans to use a restorative justice approach for non-violent curfew violations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What decision did the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office make regarding the protesters?

They decided to file charges against all protesters.

They chose not to file charges against the protesters.

They chose to file charges against protesters from other states.

They decided to file charges only against violent protesters.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protests in Los Angeles?

To protest against the death of George Floyd.

To support a local political candidate.

To demand better public transportation.

To celebrate a local sports victory.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did authorities take in response to some protests becoming violent?

They increased public transportation services.

They organized community meetings.

They provided free food and water to protesters.

They enacted curfews in cities nationwide.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What approach will the Los Angeles City Attorney use for curfew cases?

A strict legal approach with mandatory court appearances.

A non-punitive approach focusing on restorative justice.

A punitive approach with heavy fines.

An approach involving community service.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cases will the restorative justice approach apply to?

All protest-related cases.

Cases that do not involve violence, vandalism, or looting.

Cases involving looting.

Cases involving violence and vandalism.