Racial Disparities in Vermont Traffic Policing
New research by University of Vermont economist Stephanie Seguino reveals notable disparities in how police officers across Vermont treat drivers by race.
Vermont Police Data Show Racial Disparities in Traffic Policing
A new UVM study reveals notable disparities in how police officers from 29 departments across Vermont treat drivers by race.
The research finds racial disparities in traffic stops, searches, arrests and outcomes – which vary by police agency.
Racial Disparities in Police Traffic Stops
Research by economist Stephanie Seguino on Vermont police stops finds that black and Hispanic drivers are searched and arrested far more often than whites, yet white drivers are more likely to be carrying illegal contraband.