How even a casual brush with the law can permanently mar a young man's life – especially if he's Black
- Written by Gary Painter, Professor of Public Policy, University of Southern California
Even a minor arrest and no conviction can be devastating. Doug Berry/Photodisc via Getty Images
George Floyd’s death highlighted how even a minor alleged infraction – in his case, over a fake $20 bill – can lead to a fatal interaction with law enforcement.
As a result, a coalition of advocacy organizations, criminal justice reform...