The Department of Justice on Tuesday announced a sweeping new policy for federal officers that nearly bans the use of chokeholds and limits the circumstances of so-called "no-knock" warrants.
"Building trust and confidence between law enforcement and the public we serve is central to our mission at the Justice Department," said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland in a statement. "The limitations implemented today on the use of 'chokeholds,' 'carotid restraints' and 'no-knock' warrants, combined with our recent expansion of body-worn cameras to DOJ's federal agents, are among the important steps the department is taking to improve law enforcement safety and accountability."
Only when deadly force is authorized can officers actually use chokeholds and carotid restraints, a decision that follows a review of the department's agencies.
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