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French Police Officers Convicted in Shooting Case

Two French police officers were convicted and banned from law enforcement for a shooting that seriously injured a driver and passenger. The court ruled the officers' use of force was disproportionate and that they did not meet the legal conditions to claim self-defense.

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JusticeHuman Rights ViolationsFrancePolice BrutalityLegal CaseShooting

Bac De StainsTribunal Judiciaire De Bobigny

Jonathan F.Valentin L.Nordine A.Merryl B.Laurent-Franck Liénard

Describe the events leading up to the shooting.: The incident involved a high-speed chase after a refusal to comply with a police order. A bystander's video showed the officers firing eight shots in six seconds after the driver attempted to reverse. The officers stated they felt their lives were in danger.
What is the significance or impact of this court decision?: The officers' lawyer indicated that they would be appealing the decision. The case highlights the debate surrounding the use of force by law enforcement and the legal protections afforded to officers in such situations. This ruling is considered unprecedented.
What were the injuries suffered by the victims of the shooting?: The victims, Nordine A. and Merryl B., suffered severe injuries from the shooting. Nordine was hit five times, resulting in a 127-day disability, and Merryl was hit once, leading to a 100-day disability. Both victims' lawyers expressed satisfaction with the verdict.
Why did the court rule against the police officers' claim of self-defense?: The court ruled that the officers could not claim the legal protection of Article 435-1, which governs the use of force, because they were not in uniform and their badges were not visible. The judge also stated that there was a disproportionate level of force used.
What were the sentences given to the two police officers involved in the shooting?: Two French police officers, Jonathan F. and Valentin L., were sentenced to four years of suspended prison time and banned from law enforcement for shooting a driver and passenger eight times. The shooting occurred during a traffic stop in 2021, and the officers argued self-defense.

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