What is Excessive Force in Civil Right Law?

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on November 25, 2025

According to Cornell Law School’s Legal Information Institute, excessive force refers to “force in excess of what a police officer reasonably believes is necessary.” It most commonly results from officer behavior during arrests, investigatory stops, and seizures. Is There a Standard or Threshold for Excessive Force to Determine Fault in Court Cases? No, there is […]