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Dubem Moghalu: National Policing Bill Will Operationalise State Police

SSA to the President and Working Group Secretary Dubem Moghalu says the National Policing Bill will operationalise state policing beyond constitutional amendments.

Don’t make State Police FG’s appendage, Afenifere tells NASS

Urges lawmakers to move policing to Concurrent List By Dayo Johnson, Akure The Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for transmitting the State Police Bill to the National Assembly but urged lawmakers to amend provisions it said would make state police “appendages of the federal government.” The group also called on [] The post Don’t make State Police FG’s appendage, Afenifere tells NASS appeared first on Vanguard News.

MIKE SILUMA | Ramaphosa must reassure a nervous nation over June 30 threat

Are our compromised police capable of maintaining public order if anti-migrant action gets out of hand, asks Mike Siluma.

How Community Intervention Groups Are Working to Stem Gun Violence in Chicago – WTTW (Chicago)

“A number of factors have led to a mistrust of police,” said Vaughn Bryant, executive director of Metropolitan Peace Initiatives. “There are policies and procedures that you know cities have that the law enforcement, like police, are enforcing that can be racist.”

Law must remain free from vested interests, Prabowo says

President Prabowo Subianto underscored the importance of impartial law enforcement, saying the law must not be used to ...

President can take over abused state police services — Barau

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has said the proposed State Police Establishment Bill empowers the President to take over the operations of any state police service that is abused or operates in a manner that threatens national security or the sovereignty of the federation. Barau, who spoke on the ongoing constitutional amendment process, said [] President can take over abused state police services — Barau

Republican sheriffs in Maryland rebel against ban on cooperating with ICE: ‘It does a lot of damage to public safety’

The state has expanded the ban on local law enforcement participating in operations against migrants. However, 17 sheriffs are challenging the legislation in court

No money for upgrades to vital police despatch system due to start next month

A recent performance review warned police would not keep pace with growing crime volumes without a new system.

Constitutional democracy demands due process, not vigilantism

As tensions surrounding undocumented immigration continue to escalate in KwaZulu-Natal and across South Africa, legal expert Susan Abro of Susan Abro Attorney, is warning that while the law provides clear mechanisms for dealing with unlawful immigration, private citizens cannot assume the role of law enforcement. Recent demonstrations and actions linked to the civic movement March []

'Feelings of horror:' High Court slams law tying judge appointments to ideology

The government said the law is meant to increase ideological diversity among judges. Supreme Court President Isaac Amit warned that if it remains in force, 'in 15 years we'll have politicized judges and, regrettably, our judicial DNA is liable to change'

Ruling party debate over prosecutors' powers deepens

The debate has deepened within the ruling party over whether to completely remove prosecutors' supervision of police in its handling of criminal cases, a key agenda item ahead of the convention to elect a new party leader. Some lawmakers have expressed concerns that the party's ongoing legislative push could leave the police unchecked and invite corruption. But others said the party should continue to push for the prosecutorial reform plan regardless of the potential negative effects of the legi

DA's Hill-Lewis draws the line: Mobs don't enforce immigration law, the state does

DA's Hill-Lewis draws the line: Mobs don't enforce immigration law, the state does

Law Enforcement Ramps Up Patrols Ahead of Fourth of July Amid 'Teen Takeover' Warnings

Police departments across the country are increasing security measures ahead of the Fourth of July weekend as officials work to prevent large gatherings known as teen takeovers from disrupting holiday celebrations

New Indiana Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2026

New Indiana Laws Taking Effect July 1, 2026

Over 80% of Dutch think the police have an authority problem

A large majority of Dutch adults believe the national police struggle to maintain authority and want officers to take a tougher approach to crime and public disorder, according to a Hart van Nederl

Iowa Rejects 'Junk Science' Bias Training for Police

One of Iowa's most debated police reforms has just been rolled back. The move is drawing praise from some lawmakers and sharp criticism from civil rights advocates.

What Beijing hopes to achieve with new ethnic unity law that targets people overseas

A new Chinese law that pledges to hold overseas individuals and organisations responsible for undermining ethnic unity is mainly intended to have a “deterrent effect”, according to analysts. The Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress was passed in March and is set to take effect next month, with Article 63 at the heart of the controversy about targeting people outside China. The law provides a new framework which analysts said was designed to counter Western ideological influence and provide...

The fine line between policing facts and silencing critics

The fine line between policing facts and silencing critics

Paul Vallas: Making the SAFE-T Act safe

The well-intentioned law must be adjusted to deny pretrial release to repeat violent offenders and those suspected of violent crimes. The post Paul Vallas: Making the SAFE-T Act safe appeared first on Illinois Policy.

UK plans to use trained members of public in asylum appeal cases

Proposed legislation aims to accelerate deportations, establish new appeals authority and restrict interpretation of some human rights protections

Virginia law allows judges to have reckless drivers install speed-limiting devices

Virginia law that goes into effect on Wednesday allows judges to require people convicted of reckless driving to install a device on their vehicles that prevents them from speeding. The device uses GPS and road data to restrict the vehicle from exceeding the speed limit by limiting how fast the car can accelerate, NBC4 Washington []...Click to read more

Lawless hoons on notice as police flag pursuit policy changes – report

A decade after implementing a ‘no pursuit policy’, Victoria’s top cop says a more robust approach is needed to chase criminals.

A Big Headache for Police: Getting Driverless Cars to Obey Traffic Laws

Police officers across the country are learning how to direct, corral, and when necessary, punish autonomous taxis.

New Illinois laws take effect Wednesday including gas tax freeze and changes for driving tests and tuition

CHICAGO — More than a dozen new laws take effect in Illinois on Wednesday, touching everything from transportation and education to prisons and liquor licenses. Chief among them is the state’s new 55.9 billion spending plan, which covers the...

How student journalists can report on the military weapons on your campus

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Did you know that police tools like less-lethal weapons, flying camera drones and non-standard semi automatic rifles are subject to public oversight in California, even for campus police departments at colleges and universities? In fact, according to state law, the only way that []

July 1 ushers in a ton of new state laws. See where yours stacks up on the WTF-O-Meter. WTFs start with Kentucky allowing teens to concealed-carry firearms [Murica]

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Showdown In Pennsylvania: DOJ Sues Philadelphia To Block Mask, Identity Rules For Federal Agents

The federal government has taken the City of Philadelphia to court over a newly enacted local law that seeks to ban law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings, using unmarked vehicles, and withholding personal identifiers while on duty. Filed on June 18, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the [] Showdown In Pennsylvania: DOJ Sues Philadelphia To Block Mask, Identity Rules For Federal Agents

Highway patrol police to work alone in ‘backflip’ that has angered union

The powerful police union is incensed by a plan to reintroduce lone patrols of Victorian highways as the force struggles to fill almost 1500 vacancies and recently slashed reception hours at dozens of stations.

Going Rogue: How Radical, Reformist Prosecutors Are Endangering Public Safety

Rogue prosecutors refuse to enforce laws, undermining accountability and public trust. Texas lawmakers must act to ensure consistent enforcement of laws, strengthen oversight, and restore faith in the justice system. Key Points The post Going Rogue: How Radical, Reformist Prosecutors Are Endangering Public Safety first appeared on Texas Public Policy Foundation.

MPs raise concerns over child sex crimes bill amendments

PARLIAMENT | Lawmakers question jurisdiction limits, enforcement capacity.