Law Enforcement Liability
Although police officers are tasked with protecting their citizens, there may be cases in which officers cause harm. Whether this is through violence, lack of action, or bribery, the officer may be held liable and may have to face consequences.
Police Involved with BriberyLocal law enforcement officers are may be part of bribery crimes in two types of situations which include 1) where one or both parties face an arrest, or 2) when an officer takes or rejects a bribe from someone else. Involvement in these matters may increase or decrease depending on who the parties are and how the circumstances occur.
Read more- Police Tried to Forcefully Take my Cellphone When I Demanded a Lawyer
Law enforcement officers are provided a number of actions before a lawyer may be called. However, if questions are initiated through an interview or interrogation, they are not generally given this ability without at least informing the person under suspicion that a legal representative may be called on the person’s behalf.
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Most police uphold justice and incarcerate the criminals perpetrating illegal activities. They become witnesses in court proceedings to ensure that people who break the law are held accountable. The actions of law enforcement officers usually result in the law being upheld with victims receiving justice for crimes committed against them.
Read more - Law Enforcement Liability and the Special Relationship Doctrine
While the general rule is that law enforcement officers are not legally liable for failing to protect a citizen, there are exceptions to this rule. One such exception is the special relationship doctrine.
Read more - Legal Doctrine of State-Created Danger and Police Liability
The general rule is that law enforcement officers are not held liable for failing to protect their citizens. However, there are exceptions to this rule. One such exception is the state-created danger legal doctrine.
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