DOJ Investigating Minneapolis Police Department

Attorney General Merrick Garland announced a comprehensive investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) to determine if there is a pattern of excessive force and discrimination. This follows the conviction of Derek Chauvin and is part of a broader effort to address systemic policing issues. The DOJ has conducted similar investigations in the past, such as in Ferguson and Baltimore, resulting in consent decrees. The DOJ can also file a civil lawsuit to enforce changes in MPD policies. This investigation is separate from the federal civil rights probe into George Floyd's death.

What is the primary focus of the investigation announced by Attorney General Merrick Garland?

• Financial misconduct within the Minneapolis Police Department

• Use of excessive force and discriminatory conduct

• Corruption in the Minneapolis city government

• Environmental violations by the police department

What significant policy change did the DOJ make prior to launching the investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department?

• They implemented new training programs for officers

• They increased funding for police departments

• They reversed a policy that made federal investigations more difficult

• They reduced the number of federal investigations allowed per year

Which previous investigation is mentioned as a precedent for the Minneapolis Police Department investigation?

• The investigation into the Chicago Police Department

• The investigation into the Ferguson Police Department

• The investigation into the Los Angeles Police Department

• The investigation into the New York Police Department

What authority does the Justice Department have if they find violations in the Minneapolis Police Department?

• They can bring a civil lawsuit for injunctive relief

• They can appoint a new police chief

• They can impose fines on individual officers

• They can disband the police department

How is the investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department different from the federal civil rights probe into George Floyd's death?

• It focuses on financial audits

• It is a broader investigation into police practices

• It is conducted by a different federal agency

• It involves international law enforcement agencies