California Lawmakers Consider Bill That Would Reduce Use of Police Dogs

State lawmakers are considering a bill that, depending which side you’re on, would either promote social justice, or take away a  critically-important tool of law enforcement.

The new proposal, co-authored by San Jose Assemblyman Ash Kalra, would greatly reduce the use of K-9s. 

“K-9 units are used against not just poor or Black and brown community members, but just their existence, serves to terrorize, and to create a menacing environment,” said Kalra.

Police canines could still be used for search and rescue, and detecting explosives, and narcotics.

“I think you’re taking away a very big tool to be able to de-escalate things,” said Ron Cloward.

The retired Modesto police

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