• @halcyoncmdr@lemmy.world
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    147 months ago

    In many jurisdictions if anyone is hurt related to a crime, the criminal is legally responsible for all damages.

    So for a situation like this, the criminal would be responsible for all damages stemming from their initial crime when they chose to run. Any damage in the chase or subsequent actions until they are killed or in custody.

    • Cethin
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      157 months ago

      Yes, and that should be the case. However, cops (and everyone for that matter) should be responsible for every shot they fire. They should make sure their background is clear. If some freak accident happens, like a ricochet that shouldn’t be expected, then it should be fine, but they should have to make an attempt to be safe with firearms. You know a civilian would have to.

      • @jkrtn@lemmy.ml
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        17 months ago

        IDK if it should be the case, because that shit is getting abused to jail people who shouldn’t be jailed.

        • Cethin
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          17 months ago

          I haven’t really heard of that being abused. They have easier ways to do that. I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s abused, but if you start a car chase you should be responsible for what happens with it, for example. I guess I can see the potential for abuse, but also I think it’s necessary to have.