New Jersey State Police (New Jersey)
Summary:
In April 1996, the Division opened an investigation into the New Jersey State Police (NJPD). In December 1999, the United States filed a complaint alleging a pattern or practice of unlawful traffic stops, searches and arrests, linked to inadequate policies and training, insufficient supervision, and inadequate systems of accountability. Simultaneously, the parties entered into a court- enforced consent decree, which terminated in October 2009.
Fast Facts
Case Status: Closed
City and State: Ewing Township, New Jersey
Year Initiated: 1999
Year Closed: 2009
Case Documents
| Document Title | PDF Link | HTML Link | Document Type | Document Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey State Police Consent Decree 1999 | Consent Decree | 206.19 KB | ||
| New Jersey State Police Complaint 1999 | Complaint | 20.11 KB |