Understanding the Impact of Graham V. Connor on Police Conduct Standards
Words: 569 1622In a pivotal moment for American jurisprudence, the Supreme Court case Graham v. Connor, decided in 1989, set forth a new standard for evaluating the use of excessive force by law enforcement officers. This case has since become a cornerstone in the discourse on police conduct, balancing the scales between law enforcement prerogatives and individual rights under the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The ruling underscored the importance of considering the "objective reasonableness" of an officer's actions in the […]