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Why can you not sue the police?

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You can sue the police. You just have to have substantial evidence of wrongdoing on their part.

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Police officers are typically protected by qualified immunity, which shields them from being personally sued for their actions performed in the line of duty. Additionally, there are legal doctrines such as sovereign immunity that can prevent individuals from suing government entities like police departments. These legal protections make it difficult for individuals to successfully sue the police.

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