Shielded: How the Police Became Untouchable

Shielded is a groundbreaking examination of how the legal system protects police misconduct, shedding light on the myriad ways in which our justice system fails to hold law enforcement accountable for abuses of power.

With powerful true stories and insightful analyses, this book exposes the deep-seated problems that enable dirty cops to get away with violating their badges time and time again.

Join renowned scholar Joanna Schwartz as she uncovers the truth behind the high-profile murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and countless others, revealing why civil rights litigation so rarely leads to justice or prevents future police misconduct.

Shielded is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the tragic consequences of our failing criminal justice system and how it can be transformed to promote true accountability and justice.