Minneapolis Agrees To Ban Police Chokeholds, Require Intervention

The transcript discusses new regulations for police use of force, requiring officers to report and intervene in cases of neck restraints. It also covers the need for authorization to use certain weapons for crowd control. A civil rights investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department was launched following George Floyd's death, where an officer kneeled on his neck for nearly 9 minutes. The investigation aims to negotiate a consent decree with the city, enforceable by courts, to prevent future incidents.

What new requirement is placed on police officers regarding neck restraints?

What must police officers obtain before using weapons for crowd control?

What event prompted the civil rights investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department?

What is the goal of the investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department?

What must happen for the new agreement regarding police practices to take effect?