January 29, 2021
Sponsored by Berkeley Law, Center for Law and Work (MCLE Available!)
The Movement for Black Lives and related activism have increased discussion of profound changes in policing. This webinar will explore possible changes in labor relations law that might contribute to transforming policing. It will begin with an examination of whether the labor relations structure of policing contributes to police violence and misconduct. Do union, civil service, and statutory rights in the disciplinary process thwart transparency and accountability of police? Would increasing public information about and oversight of police working conditions and discipline reduce police misconduct? If so, what changes in the rights of police as workers might improve accountability and transparency?