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Washington states Office of Independent Investigations, launched in 2021, is facing budget cuts, delaying its expansion. Currently, it covers twelve counties with thirty-one investigators, far from its initial plan of thirty-six statewide. Former director Roger Rogoff advocates for a significant increase in staff to ensure fair and thorough investigations. Despite challenges, the office has made progress, proving civilians can handle homicide cases and gaining support from advocacy groups and even some police agencies. It stands as a unique model for independent reviews post-George Floyd, with potential to revolutionize accountability across the state.

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