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Story Highlights and Impact 2024
Police Misuse S homrim exposed how Israeli police systematically bypassed legal
of Free Speech procedures to open investigations into citizens—predominantly
Investigations Arab citizens—based on their social media activity. Instead of obtaining
the required approval from the State Attorney's Office to investigate
Daniel Dolev alleged incitement, police misused alternative legal charges to justify
opening cases, effectively sidestepping legal safeguards.
Impact: In response to the report, State Attorney Amit Isman
publicly acknowledged violations of protocols and announced
a comprehensive review of investigative procedures to
ensure transparency and compliance with legal guidelines.
This investigation highlighted systemic bias in law enforcement and
emphasized the need for stronger oversight.
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