Bill Overview
Title: Amir Locke End Deadly No-Knock Warrants Act
Description: This bill establishes requirements and restrictions related to the authorization and execution of warrants at the federal, state, and local levels.
Sponsors: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Target Audience
Population: Individuals at risk of being affected by no-knock warrants
Estimated Size: 100000000
- No-knock warrants are used across the United States by law enforcement during raids and arrests.
- The legislation will potentially affect individuals subject to law enforcement searches and their communities.
- The bill may impact law enforcement practices, potentially reducing the risk of fatal outcomes.
- The bill targets the justice system in the United States and might indirectly affect families and communities of those involved in raids.
- Individuals in neighborhoods with higher incidents of crime where no-knock warrants may be more commonly used will likely be affected.
Reasoning
- The policy budget indicates a moderately large-scale initiative, expecting to cover the significant portion of the population potentially impacted by no-knock warrants.
- Given the impact scope, a diverse range of individuals across different socio-economic and geographic locations should be interviewed to reflect accurate policy effects.
- The wellbeing scores are evaluated using the Cantril Scale, which is a validated method to assess self-reported wellbeing over time.
- Individuals from various racial and ethnic backgrounds should be considered, as they may be disproportionately impacted by current no-knock warrant practices.
- Interview candidates should include those directly at risk of being subject to no-knock warrants, as well as members of law enforcement to understand changes in policing sentiments.
- Budget limitations suggest the need for strategic implementations focusing initially on areas with the highest reported use of no-knock warrants.
Simulated Interviews
Retail Worker (Chicago, IL)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've always worried about the risks when cops come unannounced. It's scary not just for the suspects but everyone around.
- If this bill reduces those situations, I'd feel a bit safer.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 4 |
Community Organizer (Atlanta, GA)
Age: 32 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could be a step toward more humane law enforcement practices.
- I'm hopeful it leads to fewer violent encounters in our communities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Police Officer (Detroit, MI)
Age: 54 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy might make our jobs harder, but if it protects lives, it's worth considering.
- It will require adjustments and training for us.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Civil Rights Lawyer (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Ending no-knock warrants could lower wrongful death incidents.
- It's a positive move for justice reform.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 10 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 10 | 7 |
Small Business Owner (Minneapolis, MN)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Having less aggressive police entries might protect my property and employees.
- I support measures that prevent unnecessary force.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Student (New York, NY)
Age: 23 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This bill aligns with responsible policing ideals we're taught in class.
- Less invasion of privacy might mean better community relations.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Retired (Houston, TX)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've seen too many wrong doors being broken down by mistake.
- Hopeful this bill means fewer dangers for my family.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Nurse (Louisville, KY)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This change can make my neighborhood safer.
- I've seen the trauma these raids can cause families.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Teacher (Dallas, TX)
Age: 37 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Ending harsh entries can lessen stress for families permanently caught in fear.
- My students deserve to feel safe at home.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Factory Worker (Baltimore, MD)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 3
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The thought of a change brings some hope after what my family went through.
- Lessening aggressive encounters can save lives.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 3 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 3 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $30000000 (Low: $20000000, High: $50000000)
Year 2: $25000000 (Low: $15000000, High: $40000000)
Year 3: $20000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $35000000)
Year 5: $15000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $30000000)
Year 10: $10000000 (Low: $5000000, High: $20000000)
Year 100: $5000000 (Low: $3000000, High: $10000000)
Key Considerations
- The bill requires significant initial investment in training but could lead to savings over time via reduced legal proceedings and settlements related to no-knock warrants.
- Long-term benefits include improved community-law enforcement trust, though these are more social in nature and harder to quantify economically.