The decision by the United States Supreme Court in Ricci v. DeStefano, 557 U.S. 557 (2009)held that the New Haven Fire Department promotional board engaged in reverse discrimination when it discarded the test results of white firefighters. In a 5-4 decision, the Court emphasized the need for "fairness or a level playing field" when it came to promotion.

What are your thoughts on the decision? Did the Court get it right? Why or why not? Discuss thoroughly and in detail.

How might this decision further impact the law enforcement field? Discuss thoroughly, demonstrating your knowledge.