Criminal,
Civil Rights
Jan. 13, 2025
A look at discrimination in the enforcement of Los Angeles' anti-gang injunctions
See more on A look at discrimination in the enforcement of Los Angeles' anti-gang injunctionsLos Angeles' gang injunctions, intended to curb gang activity, have faced criticism for overreach, discrimination, and civil rights violations, prompting legal reforms and ongoing efforts to ensure due process and fairness in their application.
K. Chike Odiwe
Civil Rights Attorney
The Law Offices of Kenneth C. Odiwe, PC
2880 Zanker Road, Ste 203
San Jose , CA 95134
Fax: (669) 315-4431
Los Angeles' anti-gang injunctions are court orders that are aimed at making it difficult for gangs to operate in the city. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has used injunctions since the 1980s. The injunctions criminalize many behaviors that would otherwise not be considered criminal activities. Prosecuting agencies have obtained civil injunctions that set curfews, prohibit alleged gang members from walking down the street together, wearing clothes with gang colors, riding in ...
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