Tag: corporal punishment

Safety Law News for March 21, 2019

In North Carolina, House Bill 295 has been introduced to prohibit public schools and charter schools from using corporal punishment to discipline students.  Corporal punishment is currently legal in 19 states. In Tennessee, House Bill 947 has been introduced by…

Safety Law News for November 30, 2016

In New Jersey, Governor Christie signed into law S2983. The legislation establishes “Class Three” special police officers designated to provide security at both public and private schools. In Washington D.C., U.S. Education Secretary John B. King Jr. sent a letter…

Safety Law News for 8/29/13

In an effort to deter crime and gang activity, Howard County, Maryland Police have operated this summer a mobile Community Athletic Program, staffed by school resource officers and other youth services officers.  The mobile recreation center filled with sports gear,…

Safety Law News for 10/5/12

In-school suspensions are replacing other forms of discipline in a Louisiana school district, as educators say that home is often the source of students’ problems. Local police question whether the discipline is strict enough. A Maryland student said he would…

Safety Law News for 10/2/12

“Thank you, Officer Karney, for saving my son’s life”: a mother writes to the SRO whom her son tried to shoot. Her son is now serving a six year sentence for attempted murder. When North Carolina passed its new law…

Safety Law News for 9/24/12

Michigan prosecutors will need to decide whether to charge a student who, acting out of stress, posted threats on Facebook. One Massachusetts school district has decided to prioritize student safety over academics, after one student died from a drug overdose…