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FPC: New proposal passes to allow police to seize cars of reckless drivers in Milwaukee

Amendment now moves to the full FPC for final consideration Thursday night.
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Posted at 10:03 PM, Feb 16, 2022
and last updated 2022-02-16 23:04:16-05

MILWAUKEE — A step forward Wednesday night for a plan to allow Milwaukee police officers to seize the cars of some reckless drivers.

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission (FPC) policies and standards committee approved an amendment to Milwaukee Police Department's protocol, which will allow officers to tow unregistered vehicles for reckless driving, speeding. leading police on a chase or street racing.

It now moves to the full FPC for final consideration Thursday night.

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