POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY IN CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION: USA AND BANGLADESH
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This paper conducts a comparative analysis of police accountability in criminal investigations in the USA and Bangladesh. It explores the legal frameworks, institutional mechanisms, and challenges that shape police oversight in these two jurisdictions. The study highlights the significant differences between the two countries, with the USA having a robust legal framework anchored in constitutional protections, federal statutes, and a range of oversight bodies. In contrast, Bangladesh's police accountability system is rooted in colonial-era laws with limited oversight mechanisms and is further weakened by corruption and political interference. The paper examines essential case laws influencing police conduct in both countries, such as Tennessee v. Garner in the USA and BLAST v. Bangladesh in Bangladesh. The analysis reveals that while the USA has made strides in integrating technology into accountability processes, Bangladesh faces numerous challenges, including outdated laws and a lack of technological infrastructure. It is a qualitative research. Recommendations for both countries include modernising legal frameworks, enhancing the independence of oversight bodies, and adopting international best practices. The findings emphasise the need for continuous reforms to ensure transparent and effective police accountability in both jurisdictions.
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