New Orleans and DOJ Take Steps to End Police Department's Consent Decree

The motion filed in federal court seeks to conclude over a decade of federal oversight by initiating a two-year sustainment period.

The consent decree was established in 2013 after a DOJ investigation found evidence of racial bias and misconduct in the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD).
If approved by U.S. District Judge Susie Morgan, the city and NOPD will have two more years to demonstrate compliance with reform measures.
A public hearing will be held within the next 45 days to gather community input on the potential end of federal oversight.
Significant progress has been made, including a 47% decline in serious use of force incidents and a 95.4% compliance rate with Stop, Search, and Arrest requirements.
Despite progress, some community leaders and organizations stress the need for continued accountability to ensure lasting reforms.