New York police warn of changes in arrest policy

The New York City police have introduced a new procedure requiring officers to document every interaction with citizens.

This measure, intended to improve transparency and public trust, implies that each meeting, regardless of its nature, must be recorded in detail, according to the publication today by the Univision website.

The police commissioner emphasized that this change is part of a series of reforms to strengthen accountability and trust between the community and law enforcement.

"We want to ensure that every interaction is properly recorded so we can continually review and improve our practices," he said.

This new method responds to citizen demands for greater transparency in police operations, while also seeking to reduce incidents of abuse of power and improve relations between the police and New York City residents.

Furthermore, this detailed documentation is expected to allow for better monitoring and analysis of interactions, helping to identify areas for improvement and strengthen police training and performance policies.

Municipal authorities support this initiative, believing that thorough documentation of encounters will protect both citizens and officers, ensuring that each action is justified and in line with established standards.

This change comes amid growing demand for police reform across the country, in response to various incidents that have sparked controversy and protests in recent years.

With this measure, New York City positions itself as one of the leading cities in implementing transparency and accountability policies in the police sector.