04-08-2020 01:53 via sltrib.com

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall announces police reforms, including stricter rules on body cams and de-escalation efforts

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall signed an executive order Monday afternoon requiring seven changes to Salt Lake City Police Department policies.The amendments strengthen body-worn camera requirements, reform use of force policy and require stricter rules during searches without warrants. The order directs the police department to implement the reforms by Sept. 5.The reforms include:Requirement for officers to use de-escalation techniques before using force or effecting an arrest, as well as
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