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No Matter How Stupid And Evil You Think Qualified Immunity Is, It's Worse

Opening Arguments

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Examining Qualified Immunity and Police Misconduct Cases

The chapter explores the complexities and criticisms surrounding qualified immunity, particularly in cases of police misconduct and violations of constitutional rights. It discusses examples where qualified immunity was granted despite clear constitutional violations, such as the shooting of a dog in Florida. The conversation also sheds light on the financial costs associated with settlements and judgments in police misconduct cases, debunking the argument that holding officers accountable would bankrupt municipalities.

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