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Posts from Joshua Newville, a Minnesota employment lawyer, civil rights attorney, and mediator.
Joshua Newville
Jun 6, 2018
The Process to Report Police Misconduct
The paths to take, or perhaps reconsider, in Minnesota If you’re in the unfortunate position of feeling victimized by the police,...
Joshua Newville
Nov 13, 2014
#Pointergate Highlights Mpls Police Union As Barrier To Accountability
In August 2012, I wrote about the problem with the City of Minneapolis dispensing with civilian review of police officers’ conduct. That...
Joshua Newville
Jun 18, 2013
Increase in Minneapolis Police Misconduct Lawsuits: a Result of Failed Oversight?
A civilized society depends on a well-maintained police force dedicated to service and protection. However, when officers stray from the...
Joshua Newville
Aug 2, 2012
Gutting of Police Review Authority Could Mean Increase in Lawsuits
The City of Minneapolis has paid out more than $15 million in the last six years for lawsuits alleging police misconduct. In a one-two...
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