Gavin Newsom's push for more aggressive police pursuits has gained traction with new Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell, who proposed raising the speed limit for car chases and allowing pursuits in cases such as burglaries and property crimes. At a recent town hall, Mitchell acknowledged the need for stakeholder engagement and community input before finalizing these changes. Current policies restrict chases primarily to violent crimes, leading to significant property damage and injuries in past pursuits, highlighting the complexity of balancing public safety with police strategies in Oakland.
Mitchell explained Thursday night how he hoped to raise the 50-mph speed limit that police vehicles can reach in chases, allowing chases for burglaries.
As it stands now, Oakland police can only engage in chases if they believe the suspect has engaged in a forcible violent crime or if they have probable cause.
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