If Police Officers Use Excessive Force, Section 1983 Allows the Victim or Their Surviving Family to Sue in Civil Court
Mark Roman | December 13, 2023 | Police Brutality
We should be able to trust the police to keep us safe. However, situations may arise when an officer uses excessive force, resulting in traumatic injuries or death. In these cases, federal law provides a cause of action for the victim or their surviving family members to sue in civil court for damages. These claims… read more