Tainted Shields: Louisiana State Police Used Excessive Force on People Who Posed No Threat, DOJ Says

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Following a comprehensive investigation, the Justice Department announced today its findings that the Louisiana State Police (LSP) engage in a pattern or practice of conduct that violates the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Specifically, the Justice Department finds that LSP uses excessive force, including unjustified uses of Tasers, escalation of minor incidents and use of force on people who did not pose a threat.

Source: U.S. Department of Justice (Office of Public Affairs)