Predictive Policing Banned in 4 Cities. More Soon?
Little more than a dystopian pre-crime government credit score, predictive policing started out as a military intelligence application and is being deployed in more and more cities. But a handful have said no – with 4 banning its use. Will more follow soon? Path...
Oakland Activists Pushing Efforts to Block Federal Militarization of Local Police
OAKLAND, Calif. (Sept. 30, 2019) – Activists in Oakland have ramped up efforts to take a first step toward limiting the impact of federal programs that militarize local police. American Friends Service Committee (AFCS) will host a community town hall on policing...
Oakland City Council Bans Facial Recognition
OAKLAND, Calif. (Sept. 18, 2019) – Yesterday, the Oakland City Council gave final approval for a ban of facial recognition technology by the city. The new ordinance not only increases privacy in Oakland; it also takes a step toward limiting a massive federal...