There was a close vote in support of an ordinance that impacts the Metro Nashville Police Department’s hiring policies. Several protests have been held in Nashville recently calling for changes within the police department.
“I just wanted the people to know that they were heard. The biggest issue with the community and law enforcement is the matter of trust,” said Metro Council Member Sharon Hurt.
Council moved forward with a bill that prohibits MNPD from hiring officers who were previously fired or under investigation by another law enforcement agency for use of force.
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Myself, I believe if a cop was fired or disciplined for excessive or unwarranted (key words there) use of force, he shouldn't be hired by another agency. As far as not being hired because he was under investigation, if he was cleared after a thorough investigation, no. Anybody can file an unbased claim for that shit.
