Who is responsible for implementing the agency's racial profiling policy?

The agency's leadership and management are responsible for implementing the agency's racial profiling policy because they hold the authority and accountability to ensure that all officers understand and adhere to the established protocols. This includes creating a framework for training, monitoring compliance, and addressing any issues that arise in relation to the policy. Leadership plays a critical role in setting the tone for the agency's approach towards racial profiling by fostering an organizational culture that prioritizes fair and unbiased policing.

Rank-and-file officers execute the day-to-day activities of law enforcement, and while they are crucial in applying these policies, they do so under the guidance established by leadership. Community advocacy groups and state legislatures may influence the policy-making process and advocate for change, but they do not have the direct responsibility for implementation within an agency. It is the leadership's role to translate legislative intents and community needs into actionable policies that the entire agency will follow.