Newark Police Department (New Jersey)
Summary:
In May 2011, the Division opened an investigation into the Newark Police Department in Newark, New Jersey. In July 2014, the Division identified a pattern or practice of unlawful stops, searches and arrests; discriminatory policing; excessive force; and theft by officers. The Division further identified concerns about gender bias in policing, discriminatory policing against members of the LGBTQ community, and failure to protect from harm in police lock-ups. In April 2016, the parties entered into a court-enforced consent decree, which remains in effect.
Fast Facts
Case Status: Ongoing
City and State: Newark, New Jersey
Year Initiated: 2011
Year Closed: Ongoing
Case Documents
| Document Title | PDF Link | HTML Link | Document Type | Document Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Police Department Consent Decree 2016 | Consent Decree | 1.11 MB | ||
| Newark Police Department Settlement Agreement 2014 | Settlement Agreement | 629.82 KB | ||
| Newark Police Department Findings Letter 2014 | Findings Letter | 762.30 KB | ||
| Newark Police Department Complaint 2016 | Complaint | 260.93 KB |