A federal appeals court overturned a previous ruling that protected an LAPD officer from a civil lawsuit following a fatal shooting incident. The decision by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals concerns Officer Toni McBride, who shot Daniel Hernandez in April 2020. The court's ruling signifies a critical moment regarding qualified immunity, a legal doctrine that often shields officers from liability, as it allows the case to advance to trial based on evidence suggesting Hernandez posed no immediate threat when he was shot.
The continuing use of force against a suspect who appears incapacitated violates the Fourth Amendment, illustrating the court's commitment to uphold constitutional rights.
The reversal of the ruling may set a precedent for holding law enforcement accountable, challenging the protections usually granted under qualified immunity.
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