Senate sends police use-of-force bill to governor
The state Senate approved a bill Wednesday that establishes a uniform use-of-force policy for Wisconsin, sending the proposal on to Gov. Tony Evers.
Ex-Milwaukee officer faces federal excessive force charge
A former Milwaukee police detective faces a federal charge that he used excessive force against a handcuffed suspect nearly three years ago.
Court reinstates excessive force suit against Kenosha police
A state appeals court reinstated a police excessive force lawsuit against Kenosha on Wednesday, saying it's unclear whether the officer acted reasonably when she pushed and twisted a man's legs to get him inside a squad car.
DOJ investigating force allegations at youth prison
The state Justice Department is investigating allegations that excessive force was used against inmates at the state's youth prison.
US high court sides with Wis. inmate in excessive force case (UPDATE)
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday made it easier for inmates who are accused of crimes — but not yet convicted — to bring cases of excessive force against jail officials.
Civil Rights — excessive force — qualified immunity
2012AP364 Caraballo v. County of Sawyer, et al.
7th Circuit: Police officers’ use of baton launcher was excessive
Police used excessive force when they fired a baton launcher four times in order to arrest a nonviolent drunk driver who was mistakenly suspected of being a car thief, the 7th Circuit has ruled in reversing a defense verdict.
Civil Rights — excessive force — qualified immunity
10-1654 Phillips v. Community Ins. Corp.
Civil Rights — excessive force — scope of employment — jury instructions
10-3816 Javier v. City of Milwaukee
Civil Rights — excessive force — supervisory liability
10-3748 Backes v. Village of Peoria Heights
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