Give police chief authority to decline mutual aid requests during civil unrest
In Plain English
Currently, the police department responds to mutual aid requests from other cities when they need backup officers. This resolution gives the police chief discretion to refuse requests involving civil unrest situations. If approved, the chief must carefully evaluate each request before deciding whether Richmond officers should assist other jurisdictions.
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