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No Matter How Stupid And Evil You Think Qualified Immunity Is, It's Worse
Jul 8, 2024
Joanna Schwartz, a Professor of Law at UCLA, discusses the history and impact of qualified immunity, highlighting cases of police misconduct shielded by this doctrine. The podcast challenges the necessity of qualified immunity, explores asset seizure loopholes, and addresses the barriers in seeking justice for police misconduct cases.
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- Qualified immunity shields police from civil liability, sparking debates on reform.
- Challenges in proving violations, biases in enforcement, and legal hurdles hinder accountability.
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Qualified Immunity: Understanding the Controversial Legal Protection
Qualified immunity, a legal protection shielding officers from civil liability, has come under scrutiny. Colorado and New Mexico passed laws eliminating qualified immunity. Cases like Taylor vs. Riojas and Hope vs. Peltzer highlighted constitutional violations and the need for reform. Despite myths about bankrupting officers and less vigorous law enforcement, data from implemented changes in Colorado and New Mexico show no evidence of such outcomes.
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