Police Misconduct Lawsuit
Summary
A Tempe woman is suing the city after police slapped the cuffs on her over a Game of Thrones GIF. This weird arrest could end up hitting taxpayers hard if the city loses or settles the lawsuit.
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Impact analysis
Local taxpayers are on the hook to foot the bill for legal defense and any potential settlement payout.
The plaintiff and her legal team stand to benefit if they successfully secure a payout from the city.
Local taxpayers get the short end of the stick, paying for a questionable arrest through higher city expenses.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Woman arrested by Tempe police for 'Game of Thrones' GIF sues city
Woman arrested by Tempe police for 'Game of Thrones' GIF sues city azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic
Chicago Police Department Officer Jalen Woods sues city of Tempe, Arizona, says he was arrested without cause
Chicago Police Department Officer Jalen Woods sues city of Tempe, Arizona, says he was arrested without cause ABC7 Chicago
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