After reading a New York Times article called”Cities Try to Turn the Tide on Police Traffic Stops”, I don’t fully support the idea of completely banning traffic stops as there’s a good argument about their role in crime prevention. Regular routine stops can uncover more serious crimes, such as possessing illegal substances or weapons, adding to overall public safety. Moreover, I see the point made by those who advocate for maintaining traffic stops as a means of road safety and stopping individuals from violating traffic laws. The fear of being stopped by law enforcement, they argue, may encourage compliance with traffic laws, preventing accidents, and keeping roads safe.
On the other hand, I agree with critics who oppose an outright ban on traffic stops. Instead of getting rid of them entirely, I think reforming how these stops are done is a more useful approach. The idea to implement training programs to stop racial profiling and ensure fair enforcement makes sense to me. Addressing these issues seems like a more balanced way to keep the benefits of traffic stops while getting rid of concerns about discrimination.
It makes sense to advocate for a restructuring that includes systemic issues, accountability, and community engagement. Finding a middle ground is important, given the different opinions on this matter. I support ideas for reforming law enforcement by, enhancing training, and creating positive community relationships as a possible alternative to a full ban on traffic stops.
