Seattle Police Shooting Lawsuit Moves Forward | JQJO

A federal judge has cleared the way for a lawsuit against Seattle police officers involved in the 2019 fatal shooting of Ryan Smith. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the officers' qualified immunity claim, allowing Rose Johnson's excessive force lawsuit to proceed. The lawsuit alleges Officer Christopher Myers, with a history of deadly encounters, acted recklessly, violating Smith's constitutional rights. The trial is tentatively set for September 15th, but the officers' attorneys are seeking a delay. The case highlights ongoing debates surrounding qualified immunity and police use of force.