Research paper with bibliography on the case of Danroy Henry Jr. in New York in October 2010.
Explain both sides of the issue, i.e., the justification for the use & the argument against it. Were there any parallel examples to this event in the past?
Describe the legal issues. Did the case result in a prosecution against the officer(s)? If so, what was the basis of the prosecutor’s decision & what were the results? Was the use of force consistent with the department’s policy? If not, what did the Department do? Was there a public outcry to the event? If so, describe it. Did this event lead to any change in police policy or the law? Did this event affect the public’s trust in the police and criminal justice system? Close your report with your opinion re: the outcome. Was it fair? Why/why not?
