Law Enforcement Liability
/ˈlɔː ənˌfɔːrsmənt laɪəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal accountability of law enforcement officers or agencies for wrongful acts or omissions during their official duties.
The city faced law enforcement liability for the officer's use of excessive force.
- (n.) The obligation to compensate individuals harmed by misconduct or negligence of police officers.
Law enforcement liability often results in costly settlements for municipalities.
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- law enforcement liability
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Commentary
The term encompasses both direct and vicarious legal responsibility arising from actions of police officers, often implicated in civil tort and constitutional claims.
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