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Police Accountability Law Faces Backlog After Protests

3/17/2025

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In May 2020, the arrest of Amaurie Johnson by Officer Matthew Dages in La Mesa ignited widespread protests after footage revealed excessive force. Following this incident, Dages was decertified under a new law promoting police accountability. Yet, California's Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training struggles with a backlog of misconduct cases, jeopardizing timely justice for victims.

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Story summary

In May 2020, the arrest of Amaurie Johnson by Officer Matthew Dages in La Mesa ignited widespread protests after footage revealed excessive force. Following this incident, Dages was decertified under a new law promoting police accountability. Yet, California's Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training struggles with a backlog of misconduct cases, jeopardizing timely justice for victims.