A criminal trial is underway for a former police officer. Prosecutors have expressed hope that a conviction and sentence will bring attention to a larger issue. They want to highlight the problem of some officers committing crimes against people who are homeless, potentially violating their civil rights.

The prosecution's goal is to shed light on unfair treatment of the homeless population by some officers. Further details about the trial and the prosecution's arguments are available.

The case may have implications for how law enforcement interacts with people experiencing homelessness.