A federal appeals court ruled that even though a Palomar College police officer “clearly” used excessive force when he shot a student with a Taser after an unsuccessful attempt to frisk him for weapons, he shouldn’t be held liable.
Court: Cop Not Liable For Excessive Use Of Taser
Kristina Davis, North County Times
Wed, 04/06/2016 - 3:53pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: California North County Escondido
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