3 chapters across the catalog
Baltimore Police Misconduct Settlements, Taxpayer Burden
The Baltimore Sun reported that the city has paid out $5 million in settlements for police misconduct and brutality over the last few years. The hosts argue that taxpayers are unfairly burdened by the incompetence of city government and law enforcement, as officers rarely face personal prosecution for their actions.
Henry Biglin from Kew Gardens, New York, contributed $678.90 to the program, claiming the funds were his share of a New York City police civil rights violation settlement tax. Biglin requested the title of Viscount of Queens, New York, asserting his rights and privileges over the expanded lands.
Police Brutality Lawsuits and Municipal Taxpayer Liability
New York City reportedly spent $1 billion over several years on settlements related to police brutality and misconduct lawsuits. Despite these massive payouts, public officials and officers rarely face termination, leaving the tax-paying public to bear the financial burden of municipal legal failures.
