Sheriffs literally have complete digression over which laws their jurisdiction enforces. They’re supposed to enforce all of them, but have no oversight
In cities that do have Civilian oversight boards, the civilians never are told how the cases actually play out. So if the cop gets off scot free for beating up a 13 year old, they're never told. No oversight.
Sheriffs literally have complete digression over which laws their jurisdiction enforces. They’re supposed to enforce all of them, but have no oversight
in practical terms cops also have this power
In cities that do have Civilian oversight boards, the civilians never are told how the cases actually play out. So if the cop gets off scot free for beating up a 13 year old, they're never told. No oversight.