Susan S. asked

⚖️  Law

In a § 1983 claim for unconstitutional seizure and false imprisonment, can the defense use the fact that I have previously served jail time, regardless of the underlying charge, to argue against the severity of my damages?

January 4th, 2024

Shawn C. answered

Yes, the defense can use the fact that you have previously served jail time to argue that your curre...

January 4th, 2024

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