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Laura L. Scarry

Laura L. Scarry

Laura L. Scarry, Law Officer's Legal Eagle columnist, is a partner in the law firm of DeAno & Scarry, with offices located in Wheaton and Chicago, Ill. She represents law enforcement officials against claims of civil rights violations in state and federal courts. Scarry was a police officer with the Lake Forest (Ill.) Police Department from 1986–1992.

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Warrantless Search & Seizure

It would "serve no purpose to require [the police] to stand dumbly at the door awaiting a response while those within brawled on, oblivious to [the police] presence."

She Says Yes, He Says No

The husband states in no uncertain terms police officers may not search the residence, but the wife consents. Whose rights prevail?

A Pursuit Tragedy

What if, during a pursuit, a police officer decides to engage in conduct meant to terminate the pursuit but unfortunately kills innocent motorists? Did the officer violate the constitutional rights of those killed?

Canines & the 4th Amendment

This article will discuss whether the use of canines constitutes deadly force under the Fourth Amendment and, in so doing, will address a recent federal case from the Ninth Circuit that dealt with the use of canines.

The 4th Amendment & Deadly Force

The fact-specific nature of whether an officer’s use of force is unreasonable or excessive depends on the totality of the circumstances surrounding the encounter.

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