Associated Press · September 29, 2026
Oakland police oversight ends after 23 years
The AP reports on the ruling and Burris’s reflections on the reform effort and the need to sustain accountability.
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Books and essays authored by John Burris.
Let’s End the Conflict Between Cops and Minorities
Published by St. Martin’s Press in 1999, John’s book draws on his work confronting police misconduct and examines the relationship between law enforcement and minority communities.
A work addressing the psychological impact on children whose parent or close family figure is killed by police.
In an essay for the American Bar Association, John reflects on his path from corporate practice and prosecution to police litigation and public advocacy.
Read John’s essayCoverage about John Burris and his cases is listed separately from his authored work.
Associated Press · September 29, 2026
The AP reports on the ruling and Burris’s reflections on the reform effort and the need to sustain accountability.
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Chronicle coverage of Burris and his work on police accountability.
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