Identify the Two Elements That Plaintiffs in § 1983 Actions

question 46

Essay

Identify the two elements that plaintiffs in § 1983 actions against state and local law enforcement officers have to prove. Identify and describe the two limits placed by SCOTUS on § 1983 actions against state and local officers.

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Definitions:

Relationship

The way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected.

Goal

The desired result or achievement toward which effort is directed.

Creative Tension

A state that arises when there is a gap between reality and vision, often leading to innovative thinking and problem-solving to bridge the gap.

"I Don't Care"

An expression indicating apathy or a lack of interest or concern about a particular matter or outcome.