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Press release from SPD Blotter:
July 22, 2021 12:38 pm
In recent weeks, the Seattle Police Department has received numerous questions regarding the impacts of House Bills 1310 and 1054, both of which relate to police tactics and use of force.
In light of this legislation, Chief Adrian Diaz has provided the following detailed statement, outlining how this new legislation, in many instances, mirrors practices SPD has had in place for some time. The department continues to ban the use of choke and neck holds. SPD requires officers to de-escalate, thoroughly document uses of force, report instances of potential misconduct.
SPD officers will continue to provide high level public safety services to Seattle in a manner that fully complies with the constitution and the laws of this state, and will do so with honor, integrity, and compassion.
This press release was produced by SPD Blotter. The views expressed here are the author's own.
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