Legal Case Summary

Duane Jensen v. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police


Date Argued: Tue Sep 01 2009
Case Number: 08-15954
Docket Number: 7849662
Judges:Fletcher B. , Kleinfeld, Duffy
Duration: 21 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Duane Jensen v. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police** **Docket Number:** 7849662 **Court:** [Specify Court, if known] **Date:** [Specify Date, if known] **Parties:** - **Plaintiff:** Duane Jensen - **Defendant:** Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department **Case Overview:** This case involves a legal dispute between Duane Jensen and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). The nature of the lawsuit pertains to incidents or actions taken by the LVMPD, which the plaintiff claims have resulted in harm or violation of rights. **Background:** Duane Jensen alleges that the actions of the LVMPD were either unlawful or improper. This may involve issues such as excessive force, wrongful detention, violation of civil rights, or other misconduct by the police department. The specifics of the incident that led to the lawsuit, including dates, locations, and actions taken by both parties, are crucial to understanding the basis of Jensen's claims. **Legal Issues:** The case raises several pertinent legal questions, including: - Whether the LVMPD officers acted within the scope of their authority and followed appropriate protocols. - If there was a violation of Jensen's constitutional rights. - The applicable state laws governing police conduct and civil rights. **Arguments:** - **Plaintiff's Argument:** Jensen argues that the actions of the police were unjustified and violated his rights. He seeks compensation for damages suffered due to the alleged misconduct. - **Defendant's Argument:** The LVMPD may assert that their officers acted appropriately, justified in their actions based on the circumstances they faced during the incident in question. **Resolution:** As the case is ongoing or for further specification, the outcome will depend on the presentation of evidence, legal arguments, and the court's determination regarding the conduct of the LVMPD and whether it meets the legal standards required. **Conclusion:** The resolution of this case will have implications for the standards of conduct expected from law enforcement officers and may contribute to discussions surrounding police accountability and civil rights protections in the Las Vegas area. [Note: This summary is a fictional representation. For accurate information, please refer directly to court documents or legal resources related to the actual case.]

Duane Jensen v. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police


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