American Indian drivers are more likely to be searched by police during traffic stops, according to the latest report from the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice.

In 2008, Indian drivers were searched 6.6 percent of the time. The rate was the second highest of all racial and ethnic groups and is consistent with reports dating back to 2002.

The data showed that 6.9 percent of Indian drivers were arrested after a traffic stop in 2008. That's lower than the 2007 rate.

American Indians and Alaska Natives represent about 1 percent of the population in Nebraska.

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State Reports:
Traffic Stops in Nebraska : A report to the Legislature on Data Submitted by Law Enforcement

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