An Inside Look at Colorado's Year-Old Qualified Immunity Ban

The video discusses the removal of qualified immunity in Colorado following the death of George Floyd, highlighting the state's police reform bill, SB 217. This bill includes measures like banning chokeholds and requiring body cameras, but its ban on qualified immunity is controversial. The case of Brittany Gilliam, who sued the Aurora police, exemplifies the impact of this reform. The video explores the debate around qualified immunity, with some arguing it protects officers from frivolous lawsuits, while others believe it has been overextended. The reform has led to increased officer attrition, with many citing the ban as a reason for leaving. The ban has been expanded to include more law enforcement agencies in Colorado.

Discuss the implications of the lawsuit filed by Brittany Gilliam in the context of the qualified immunity ban.

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What impact has the qualified immunity ban had on police officers in Colorado according to the survey of police chiefs?

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