Leaving Homeroom in Handcuffs: Why an Over-Reliance on Law Enforcement to Ensure School Safety is Detrimental to Children

Authors

Jennie Rabinowitz, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law

Abstract

The note critiques the increasing reliance on law enforcement and criminal justice systems to address school safety, arguing that such measures are often costly, ineffective, and disproportionately impact minority students. It advocates for alternative strategies, such as early intervention, education, and student empowerment, to prevent violence and create safer school environments. These approaches, the note suggests, not only reduce reliance on punitive measures but also address underlying issues and foster positive student outcomes.

Disciplines

Education Law | Law | Law Enforcement and Corrections

Recommended Citation

Jennie Rabinowitz, Leaving Homeroom in Handcuffs: Why an Over-Reliance on Law Enforcement to Ensure School Safety is Detrimental to Children, 4 Cardozo Pub. L. Pol’y & Ethics J. 153 (2006).
Available at: https://larc.cardozo.yu.edu/cplpej/vol4/iss1/13