BIASED-BASED POLICING REVIEW
GARNER POLICE DEPARTMENT policy 820.09 , Bias-Free Policing , establishes our commitment to ensuring fair and equitable treatment of all persons .
The policy states , “ The Garner Police Department is committed to preserving the peace and maintaining order in our community by practicing bias-free policing and respecting the rights and dignity of all . No member of this department shall engage in bias-based profiling in any arrests , asset seizure / forfeiture efforts , field contacts or traffic stops .”
Each year the Garner Police Department reviews traffic stops and other areas where bias may be present . Although racial bias in law enforcement , as in other activities , cannot be completely eliminated , we are pleased to report that our analysis of 2021 traffic stop data and review of other related data did not indicate concerns of bias in our interactions with those we serve . The Garner Police Department received two complaints of a race-based arrest in 2021 .
The Garner Police Department is committed to treating all persons with respect and dignity . Our thorough review of traffic stop data , use of force reviews , and complaint investigation practices ensure that we continue to police without any bias or prejudice towards others .
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