The case of Tennessee v. Garner (1985)struck down a Tennessee law that allowed

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Tennessee v. Garner (1985) was a landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court regarding the use of deadly force by law enforcement. The Court struck down a Tennessee statute that allowed police to use deadly force against an unarmed suspect fleeing a crime scene, ruling that it violated the Fourth Amendment's prohibition against unreasonable searches and seizures. This case established that deadly force may not be used unless it is necessary to prevent the escape and the officer has probable cause to believe that the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious physical injury to the officer or others.

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