Former officer in Breonna Taylor case may only serve one day in jail, Justice Department suggests
The Justice Department is recommending a one-day jail sentence for Brett Hankison, a former officer convicted of violating Breonna Taylor's civil rights. Despite firing shots during the raid that led to Taylor's death, Hankison is not held responsible for the fatal shooting. The request for a minimal sentence has sparked controversy and raised concerns among activists.
The Justice Department is recommending that former police officer Brett Hankison, convicted of violating Breonna Taylor's civil rights in 2020, be sentenced to one day in jail. Hankison was found guilty of firing shots through Taylor's bedroom window during a police raid. The sentencing is set for Monday.
Taylor's death sparked protests against police violence in 2020. The Justice Department argued that Hankison did not shoot Taylor and should not be held responsible for her death. They are requesting a one-day jail sentence, equivalent to time served, and three years of supervised release.
In a court filing, the Justice Department officials stated that Hankison's conviction ensures he will never serve as a law enforcement officer or legally possess a firearm again.
Hankison was fired from the police department in 2020 after the incident. His attorneys cited media attention and his status as a police officer in requesting leniency.
According to the source: CNN.
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