In Tokyo, a civil lawsuit accuses Japanese police of racial profiling, claiming discrimination and human rights violations.
In Tokyo, a civil lawsuit accuses Japanese police of racial profiling, opening with emotional testimony from plaintiffs who claim they were constantly stopped and questioned without reason. Filed in January by three residents of Japan with overseas ancestry, the case alleges their treatment constitutes discrimination and violates their human rights. Japan lacks any anti-discrimination law or laws/guidelines to prevent racial profiling, but the government and police deny discriminating, stating they're just doing their jobs. Arguments are expected in the next court session in July, with a verdict anticipated within a year.
April 15, 2024
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