"Councilmember Imelda Padilla said, 'Board of Police Commissioners: Get this done; we're watching, no excuses.' She shared stories of her late father being stopped by police with no explanation, emphasizing the need for change."
L.A. City Council votes to limit 'pretextual' traffic stops, requiring Police Commission to adopt guidelines similar to San Francisco's, which bars stops for minor violations unless safety is at risk. Critics argue these stops disproportionately affect minorities and erode trust, citing research and high-profile incidents.
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