Trends in Recently Published § 1983 Cases Indicate That Police

question 7

Multiple Choice

Trends in recently published § 1983 cases indicate that police prevail most often in what type of claims?

• A) Pepper spray.
• B) Positional asphyxiation/restraints.
• C) Physical control.
• D) Failure to train.

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