Michigan newspaper chain will stop publishing mug shots A chain of eight Michigan newspapers will stop publishing mug shots of people charged with crimes as it seeks to break negative judgments, especially in cases involving minoritiesDETROIT -- A chain of eight Michigan newspapers will stop publishing mug shots of people charged with crimes as it seeks to break negative judgments, especially in cases involving minorities, a senior editor said Thursday. “Practices that we have followed for decades are due for a fresh look,” Hiner told readers. “Upon such review, we have determined that the reflexive use of mug shots does more to foster negative perceptions than to provide understanding to our readers.”Mug shots are photos of people charged with crimes. But he noted that a Black woman last week asked a reporter why mug shots of minorities were regularly published. Hiner said police photos will be used in coverage of crimes involving public figures, fugitives or as part of courtroom reporting of high-profile cases.

Source: ABC News July 23, 2020 17:19 UTC