Fourth Circuit Issues a Major Opinion on the Use of Tasers
Published for NC Criminal Law on January 25, 2016.
On January 11, 2016, the Fourth Circuit decided Armstrong v. Village of Pinehurst, a major case concerning the use of tasers by law enforcement officers. The opinion is here. This post summarizes the opinion and explores its implications. Facts. Ronald Armstrong was mentally ill. Concerned about his erratic behavior, his sister took him to the ... Read more
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