Policing

April 15, 2022

The testimony of DOC Director Coyne-Fague in favor of “restrictive housing” (aka solitary confinement)

“I do not see room for common ground on this bill,” said Director Coyne-Fague under questioning from Representative Leonela Felix. “I’m not going to sugarcoat that.”...

Nancy Green: Why one man’s life matters
April 14, 2022

Nancy Green: Why one man’s life matters

“Jason Ng was in a moment deprived of his freedom, declared illegal as he petitioned to remain...
Governor McKee confused about his authority over DOC when it comes to enforcing Mario’s Law
April 7, 2022

Governor McKee confused about his authority over DOC when it comes to enforcing Mario’s Law

“You know, there are certain things the Governor has authority over and certain things that he don’t,”...
AG Neronha appeals Superior Court decision to release unlawfully incarcerated men to Supreme Court
April 5, 2022

AG Neronha appeals Superior Court decision to release unlawfully incarcerated men to Supreme Court

“The continued detention was violating a law enacted by the General Assembly last year, ‘Mario’s Law,’ designed...
Speed cameras are not racially unbiased, and need to be considered carefully
April 5, 2022

Speed cameras are not racially unbiased, and need to be considered carefully

Today the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up S2510, a bill from Senator James Seveney that “would authorize...
Oped: It’s time to close the Wyatt
April 4, 2022

Oped: It’s time to close the Wyatt

The Wyatt now stands revealed to be what it always has been: Not a partnership between private...
Judge orders release of unlawfully incarcerated juvenile offenders
March 31, 2022

Judge orders release of unlawfully incarcerated juvenile offenders

In ruling from the bench, Judge Nugent noted that for each day they remained unlawfully incarcerated, the...
Law Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights prevents Mayor and Commissioner from speaking on officer who beat and spit on juvenile
April 1, 2022

Law Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights prevents Mayor and Commissioner from speaking on officer who beat and spit on juvenile

“Obviously the LEOBoR restricts us from publicly commenting on any particular case,” continued the Commissioner. “If any...
AG Neronha fails to bring charges against officer who beat and spit on juvenile in custody
March 31, 2022

AG Neronha fails to bring charges against officer who beat and spit on juvenile in custody

“Following a 3-day presentation of witnesses and evidence by prosecutors before the grand jury, the grand jury...
Your donations needed: Governor McKee is charging UpriseRI $150 or more for an Access to Public Records Act request
March 24, 2022

Your donations needed: Governor McKee is charging UpriseRI $150 or more for an Access to Public Records Act request

UpriseRI is asking for donations to help cover the cost of this APRA and any future charges...
Rep Felix introduces bill to end cash bail to eliminate racist, anti-poor judiciary policy
March 4, 2022

Rep Felix introduces bill to end cash bail to eliminate racist, anti-poor judiciary policy

“…ending cash bail is not what causes risk to the public,” said DARE’s Anusha Alles. “What is...
Criminal defense association: Comments by mayor and police commissioner a direct attack on the Constitution
February 16, 2022

Criminal defense association: Comments by mayor and police commissioner a direct attack on the Constitution

“Executive leaders, especially those with a background in the law like Mayor Elorza, should refrain from attacking...
Education Commissioner and Governor defend cops in schools despite ongoing violence
February 16, 2022

Education Commissioner and Governor defend cops in schools despite ongoing violence

“I am certainly pleased overall with what the SROs have been able to do in the schools...
Community groups repeat call to remove cops from schools
February 15, 2022

Community groups repeat call to remove cops from schools

“Community investment and involvement is a long term preventative practice that supports the emotional, social, and mental...
Following recent violence, community groups call for immediate removal of all police from schools
February 16, 2022

Following recent violence, community groups call for immediate removal of all police from schools

“We must remember that this is not an isolated incident, but rather placed within a broader pattern...
Dozens testify to ban sex between law enforcement and those in their custody
February 11, 2022

Dozens testify to ban sex between law enforcement and those in their custody

“In Rhode Island, as we stand today, it is still legal for law enforcement to sexually assault...
January 31, 2022

As Covid rages, conditions at the ACI become human rights violations, say prison advocates

January 18, 2022

Majority of PVD City Council supports unvaccinated police officers

November 4, 2021

ICE is building a new detention center in Warwick

October 25, 2021

Hiring committee member breaks silence on Michael Stephens as PVD Police Major

October 6, 2021

State to take public testimony on police body-worn cameras

September 24, 2021

Protesters object to prison tours that treat the incarcerated as zoo animals

September 17, 2021

Families march against police violence – “Stop beating our children!”

September 16, 2021

Sayles St families report ongoing police harassment

September 8, 2021

Legislators reiterate call for social and racially just marijuana legislation

August 31, 2021

You can submit your written comments on police body-worn cameras now…

August 21, 2021

BLM RI PAC rallies against LEOBoR in the wake of police videos showing violent arrests

August 21, 2021

Moms Demand condemns PVD police violence, calls for legislative action on police conduct

August 19, 2021

Providence releases Body Worn Camera video from July 9 King Street arrests

August 11, 2021

PVD City Council battles the self-created perception that the City isn’t safe

August 6, 2021

A march and vigil to remember Hiu Lui Ng, who died in Wyatt custody 14 years ago

July 23, 2021

Providence family facing harassment and violence after police altercation

July 21, 2021

PVD Police release video of unhoused encampment visit

July 20, 2021

ACLU calls out Cranston Police over illegal stop policy

July 12, 2021

Clemency tour comes to Rhode Island with march on women’s prison in Cranston

July 12, 2021

Court fines and fees are hurting our communities. What can be done?

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