In Order to Prevail in a Section 1983 Lawsuit, Plaintiffs

question 1

Multiple Choice

In order to prevail in a Section 1983 lawsuit, plaintiffs must prove:
I. the officer acted "under color of authority"
II. the officer's actions deprived the plaintiff of their rights under the U.S. Constitution
III. the plaintiff suffered serious injury
IV. the officer's actions were criminal

• A) I, II
• B) II
• C) I, II, III
• D) II, IV

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