The following organizations provide services or information about police practices and administration, and incidents of brutality and other abuses. More information can be obtained directly from each organization.

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
132 W. 43rd St.
New York, NY 10036
212-944-9800

The ACLU is a national organization that supports legal and educational efforts to protect and preserve the constitutional rights of individuals. The ACLU publishes a variety of materials, including some pamphlets and manuals specifically about police brutality.

COPWATCH
2022 Blake St.
Berkeley, CA 94704
510-548-0425

COPWATCH is a local organization that monitors police activity. Volunteers work to preserve citizens' rights and fair treatment under the law. COPWATCH has been concerned with rights of the homeless as well as other groups lacking broad-based community support.

International Law Enforcement Stress Association (ILESA)
5485 David Blvd.
Port Charlotte, FL 33981-2268

ILESA is an organization of police officers and...