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189: A lawsuit puts alleged racial profiling by police on trial in Japan
Mar 7, 2024
Residents with foreign roots file lawsuit against Japanese police for racial profiling. Personal experiences shared, challenging police conduct towards visible minorities. Crowdfunding for legal action, feedback received on advocacy efforts. Guidelines for navigating police encounters and racial profiling in Japan.
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- A landmark lawsuit in Japan highlighted discrimination against a Brazilian reporter based on nationality, emphasizing the country's treaty obligations against racial discrimination.
- The lawsuit against Japanese police for alleged racial profiling aims to hold law enforcement accountable, seeking systemic changes and compensation for discriminatory practices.
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Anna Orts's Discrimination Lawsuit: A Landmark Case Against Racial Discrimination in Japan
Anna Orts, a Brazilian reporter in Japan, won a landmark discrimination lawsuit against a jewelry shop owner who denied her entry based on her nationality. The shop owner justified the action citing crime fears and unusual behavior. Orts, backed by lawyer Hideo Ogawa, sued under international treaties against racial discrimination. The Japanese court ruled in favor of Orts, awarding her $47,000 in damages, highlighting Japan's treaty obligations.
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