“...While no formal findings of pattern or practice violations have been made, Mr. Perez said the investigation remains ongoing...” WITCH HUNT!
The “no formal findings” sentence refers only to the accusations immediately preceding it (i.e., Use of excessive force; Police practices that have the effect of significantly compromising MCSO’s ability to adequately protect Latino residents; and Failure to adequately investigate allegations of sexual assaults.)
There *were* formal findings of pattern or practice violations with regard to:
- Discriminatory policing practices including unlawful stops, detentions and arrests of Latinos;
-Unlawful retaliation against individuals exercising their First Amendment right to criticize MCSO’s policies or practices, including but not limited to practices relating to its discriminatory treatment of Latinos; and
- Discriminatory jail practices against Latino inmates with limited English proficiency by punishing them and denying them critical services.
- A failure to implement policies guiding deputies on lawful policing practices;
- Allowing specialized units to engage in unconstitutional practices;
- Inadequate training;
- Inadequate supervision;
- An ineffective disciplinary, oversight and accountability system; and
- A lack of sufficient external oversight and accountability.
http://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/2011/December/11-crt-1645.html