SDPD adopts new rules on interactions with transgender, nonbinary citizens

SAN DIEGO (CNS) - Citing a commitment to better meeting the diverse needs of the communities it serves, the San Diego Police Department today

released a new set of policies guiding officer interactions with transgender and gender-nonbinary people.

``Historically, many members of our LGBTQ community -- particularly those who identify as transgender or nonbinary -- have not been recognized or

respected for who they are,'' Mayor Todd Gloria said in a statement. ``That changes with this procedure. This is a much-needed and welcome change that is symbolic of the respect we should have for one anoth...