Racial Profiling and Arrest rates

[Twilight Hue]

Yes, racial profiling definitely contributes to higher arrest rates among blacks and hispanics.

But considering that blacks and hispanics commit crimes in a disproportional percentage rate, I can understand why cops profile them.

I don't think it's right, but I do understand.

Funny thing is I suspect white collar crime is just as rampant and you don't see too many executives being profiled.

 

[esmith]

Funny thing is I suspect white collar crime is just as rampant and you don't see too many executives being profiled.

White collar crime is the responsibility of the DOJ not your local police dept. Maybe you can explain how you decided that white collar crime is germane to the discussion of "street policing"?

 

[maninthewilderness]

Funny thing is I suspect white collar crime is just as rampant and you don't see too many executives being profiled.

You might be surprised.
I'll bet the IRS and the SEC have files on just about every top executive in this nation.

 

[MysticSang'ha]

White collar crime is the responsibility of the DOJ not your local police dept. Maybe you can explain how you decided that white collar crime is germane to the discussion of "street policing"?

Just because corporate crime blends and is less obvious than shoplifting or vandalism (which beat officers are better able to catch), criminal activity like toxic waste dumping in water sources, embezzlement, and insider trading do involve local and federal law enforcement.

We tend to think of white collar crimes as more of the work of opportunists rather than a problem of poverty, lack of religion, lack of discipline, mental disorders, lack of education, or lack of a father figure. And certainly not a matter of race.

I was curious if you were thinking of civil court cases where an individual or group files a complaint to the local DOJ?

 

[esmith]

Just because corporate crime blends and is less obvious than shoplifting or vandalism (which beat officers are better able to catch), criminal activity like toxic waste dumping in water sources, embezzlement, and insider trading do involve local and federal law enforcement.

We tend to think of white collar crimes as more of the work of opportunists rather than a problem of poverty, lack of religion, lack of discipline, mental disorders, lack of education, or lack of a father figure. And certainly not a matter of race.

I was curious if you were thinking of civil court cases where an individual or group files a complaint to the local DOJ?

Nope.

 

[Twilight Hue]

White collar crime is the responsibility of the DOJ not your local police dept. Maybe you can explain how you decided that white collar crime is germane to the discussion of "street policing"?

The fact that it involves police methodology. Why one demographic is targeted while another seems to get a free pass from randomized scrutiny. NYC's Mayor Bloomburg defends random stop and frisk, I say it's a horrendous violation of someone's person and freedom if they just so happen to fit a profile yet had done nothing wrong.

 

[Assad91]

I'd say there is some truth, but I think its played out to be more than what it is. Making it almost as an excuse.

Heres a tip. If you're black, and feel more likely to be harrased by the cops, don't commit any crimes. Or atleast be smart