The Police Records Access Project is a public database containing 1.5 million pages from almost 700 law enforcement agencies in California. It provides access to internal affairs records on police misconduct and the use of force leading to serious injury or death. The collaborative project involved multiple organizations, including UC Berkeley, Stanford University, and civil liberty groups. Work on the database began in 2018 and has resulted in nearly 12,000 cases being made available to the public. Technological advances like generative AI were utilized to organize the records.
The Police Records Access Project is a newly launched searchable database containing 1.5 million pages of public records regarding use of force and misconduct by California law enforcement. This database offers access to internal affairs records documenting how agencies manage allegations of misconduct and police force that leads to death or serious injury.
The collaborative effort involves key participants including UC Berkeley's journalism and data science programs, Stanford University’s Big Local News, and various civil liberties groups, showcasing years of rigorous work by journalists and advocates.
The database comprises documentation from nearly 12,000 cases, offering an unprecedented level of transparency in policing practices across California, significantly enhancing public access to critical information.
Document vetting and organization were supported by emerging technologies, including generative AI, emphasizing innovative approaches to handling extensive public records.
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