The Washington state House has approved legislation that would prohibit police from using hog-tying as a restraint technique. The practice, which involves binding a suspect's hands and feet together, has raised concerns due to the risk of suffocation.
The bill was passed with overwhelming support from lawmakers, with Democratic Rep. Sharlett Mena emphasizing the dehumanizing and dangerous nature of hog-tying. She highlighted that despite these risks, some jurisdictions in Washington still authorize the practice.
