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P EXCESSIVE FORCE It is felt, based on the evidence presented, that the police were trying to justify why they discharged their weapons. There is a serious problem in this county with the police using excessive. Acquittal
In Alleged Assault on 2 Officers. By
Ruben Castaneda A Prince George's County jury deliberated less than two hours yesterday before acquitting a Clinton man of assault -- and a theft count to which he had admitted -- after his attorney argued that charges were filed to cover up an unjustified shooting by police. The acquittals came after a two-day Circuit Court trial during which two county officers testified that Keith Stevenson tried to run them over with his van in March after they interrupted him stealing lumber from a construction site. They said they fired in self-defense. Prince George's police are authorized to fire only if they are in fear of being killed or of others being killed.
This
case is just one of many classic examples of the use of excessive
force. To view the entire article, click
here.
*** While it is generally known that police do not use excessive force in every instance, there are many documented cases (especially in some states) where excessive force appears to more common or a general rule. Check back soon for more information.
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