Relative to law enforcement use of excessive force? A. It must result in death o
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Question
Relative to law enforcement use of excessive force?
A. It must result in death or serious injury
B. A law enforcement officer who uses reasonable and necessary amount of force to effectuate an illegal arrest, constitutes excessive use of force
C. Excessive force claims under the US Constitution are analyzed the same as battery claims under state law
D. None of the provided answers to this question are correct
A. It must result in death or serious injury
B. A law enforcement officer who uses reasonable and necessary amount of force to effectuate an illegal arrest, constitutes excessive use of force
C. Excessive force claims under the US Constitution are analyzed the same as battery claims under state law
D. None of the provided answers to this question are correct
Explanation / Answer
B. A law enforcement officer who uses reasonable and necessary amount of force to effectuate an illegal arrest, constitutes excessive use of force. Correct
A. It must result in death or serious injury. Incorrect. This is not a necessary condition.
A. It must result in death or serious injury. Incorrect. This is not a necessary condition.
C. Excessive force claims under the US Constitution are analyzed the same as battery claims under state law. Incorrect. Battery laws are filled against agency whereas excessive force laws are applicable in individual capacity.