Ingram v. Kubik

In this episode, we discuss the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals' decision in the case of Ingram v. Kubik, which involved allegations of excessive force by a deputy and a failure to properly investigate those claims by the sheriff. The article focuses on the legal arguments surrounding the case, particularly the issue of qualified immunity for both the deputy and the sheriff. The court determined that the deputy was not entitled to qualified immunity for his use of excessive force, as the plaintiff's actions did not warrant the level of force used. However, the court found that the sheriff was entitled to qualified immunity because the plaintiff did not demonstrate that the sheriff's actions constituted a clear violation of his rights. The article concludes by noting the implications of the court's decision and offering a "practice pointer" for officers to consider.