Appeals Court Backs Ruling That Denver Must Pay $14 Million to George Floyd Protesters
The US Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit sided with a jury’s finding that Denver inadequately trained its officers.
Police officers walk through a cloud of tear gas as they try to disperse people protesting against the death of George Floyd in front of the Colorado State Capitol, in Denver, Colo., on May 30, 2020, amid nationwide protests and riots. Michael Ciaglo/Getty Images
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit upheld a jury’s verdict that ordered the City and County of Denver to pay 12 George Floyd protesters $14 million for “unconstitutional” use of force during 2020 rallies.
The three-judge panel explained their decisions in a pair of rulings published on April 21.
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