How many sworn officers should SFPD have? Currently, the Board decides, but the City doesn’t have the money to hire more. A proposition in February 2024 would change the process—but there are some wrinkles.
Read MoreOur own Assemblymember David Chiu (AD17) co-authored AB 481, a police de-militarization bill. Here’s our deep dive into the bill.
Read MoreThe City Charter requires SFPD to have 1,971 full-duty sworn officers at all times. Why, and how does that affect our City?
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