Arrests for drug use remain in effect under a clarified LEAD policy

Arrests for drug use remain in effect under a clarified LEAD policy

(Center Square) – The Seattle Police Department clarified that officers will continue to make arrests for drug-related charges when probable cause exists, with the City Attorney’s Office then determining next steps, including diversion to the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion, or LEAD, program. The Seattle City Attorney is Erika Evans, who officially took office on January … Read more