If you have a concern about police street checks or carding, the Ontario government is holding a series of public meetings, including in Windsor.
Justice Michael H. Tulloch is conducting the review of new rules brought into place last year. He will hear from the public whether the new regulations are being followed and whether they address public concerns.
A street check is when a police officer asks a member of the public for their identification. Under the new rules, officers may not ask if the reason is based on race, because a member of the public refused to answer a question, or just because they are in a high-crime area.
Officers have to say why they are asking for identification and tell you that you can refuse.
Last year, Windsor Police Chief Al Frederick expressed concern about the new rules fearing it would lead to confusion over when an officer is allowed to card an individual.
He will also meet with stakeholders including police, police associations, and community groups.
The meetings start February 1 and will wrap up by April 23.
Tulloch will publish a report for the government no later than January 1, 2019.
The meeting in Windsor is on April 9 at 6pm until 8pm. At the St. Clair College Centre for the Arts, Skyline A Ballroom.
