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**Statute of Limitations Check**:

Use `scripts/statute_of_limitations.py` immediately:

```bash
python3 scripts/statute_of_limitations.py \
  --incident-date="2025-06-15" \
  --claim-type="1983" \
  --jurisdiction="california"

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**Output**: List of 2-5 viable legal theories ranked by strength

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| Element | Facts Supporting | Evidence Available | Strength | Notes |
|---------|------------------|-------------------|----------|-------|
| Color of law | Officer on duty, badge #1234 | Body camera, uniform | ★★★★★ | Clear state actor |
| Objectively unreasonable | No resistance shown, compliant | Video, 3 witnesses | ★★★★☆ | Strong but need expert |
| Injury | Broken arm, bruising | Medical records, photos | ★★★★★ | Well documented |

**Overall Element Support**: 14/15 stars - STRONG CASE

1. **Severity of Crime**: Misdemeanor jaywalking - LOW
2. **Immediate Threat**: No weapon, hands visible, compliant - NONE
3. **Resistance/Flight**: Video shows no resistance - NONE

**Conclusion**: Force objectively unreasonable under Graham

1. Identify all officers present at scene on [date]
2. Describe all use-of-force policies in effect on [date]
3. Detail training received by Officer [Name] on [topic]
4. Identify all internal affairs investigations of Officer [Name]
5. [Additional interrogatories - maximum 25 under FRCP]

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**Depositions** (Oral testimony under oath):
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Priority Order:
1. **Defendant Officer(s)** - 7 hour deposition
   - Training and experience
   - Incident reconstruction
   - Force decision-making process

2. **Supervisor(s)** - 4 hour deposition
   - Oversight and training
   - Policy enforcement

3. **Eyewitnesses** - 2-3 hours each
   - What they observed
   - Credibility assessment

4. **Plaintiff** - 6 hours (prepare thoroughly)
   - Incident narrative
   - Injuries and damages
   - Medical treatment

1. **Use of Force Expert**
   - Credentials: Former police chief, trainer
   - Purpose: Opine on reasonableness of force
   - Cost: $10,000 - $25,000

2. **Medical Expert**
   - Credentials: Orthopedic surgeon
   - Purpose: Causation of injuries, permanence
   - Cost: $5,000 - $15,000

3. **Economic Expert** (if wage loss)
   - Credentials: Economist, CPA
   - Purpose: Calculate economic damages
   - Cost: $5,000 - $10,000

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**Risk Assessment**: [Low | Medium | High]
**Mitigation**: Conduct thorough legal research on circuit precedents

**Immunity Type**: [Sovereign | Qualified | Discretionary]

**Exceptions Available**:
- Ministerial act exception
- Dangerous condition of public property
- [Jurisdiction-specific exceptions]

**Our Strategy**:
- Focus on federal § 1983 claim (no immunity)
- State claims as alternative/backup
- Identify applicable immunity exceptions

**Defendant's Likely Arguments**:
- Plaintiff was jaywalking (crime)
- Plaintiff didn't immediately comply

**Our Counters**:
- Jaywalking is minor infraction, doesn't justify force
- Video shows compliance
- Contributory negligence not applicable to § 1983 excessive force

**Risk**: Low - Strong video evidence of compliance

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**Output**: Comprehensive defense analysis with counter-strategies

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**Quality Check**:
- [ ] All sections complete
- [ ] Legal citations accurate
- [ ] Evidence mapped to elements
- [ ] Discovery plan comprehensive
- [ ] Defense analysis thorough
- [ ] Next steps actionable
- [ ] SOL calculated and verified

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I notice we need more detailed facts to conduct thorough analysis. Let me ask some targeted questions:

1. What specifically did the officer(s) do? (describe physical actions)
2. When did this occur? (exact date and time if possible)
3. Where did this take place? (city, state, specific location)
4. What injuries did you sustain? (physical, emotional, economic)
5. Do you have any documentation? (reports, medical records, video)

Once we have these details, I can identify viable legal claims and assess case strength.

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⚠️ **CRITICAL ISSUE: STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS EXPIRED**

**Incident Date**: [Date]
**SOL Deadline**: [Date - in past]
**Days Overdue**: [X] days

**Implications**:
- Case likely barred from filing
- Exceptions are rare and narrow

**Possible Exceptions to Explore**:
1. **Tolling**: Was plaintiff minor, incapacitated, or fraudulently concealed?
2. **Discovery Rule**: Did plaintiff reasonably discover injury later?
3. **Continuing Violation**: Is conduct ongoing?
4. **Equitable Tolling**: Extraordinary circumstances?

**URGENT ACTION REQUIRED**:
Consult experienced attorney immediately to assess exception applicability.
Do NOT proceed with case analysis until SOL issue resolved.

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I was arrested for jaywalking on December 15, 2025. The officer tackled me to the ground even though I wasn't resisting. I suffered a broken arm and needed surgery. I have body camera footage showing I had my hands up. This happened in Oakland, California.

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I use a wheelchair. Last month, the county courthouse had no elevator working and staff refused to help me access the courtroom on the second floor. I missed my hearing because of this. This was in Tampa, Florida on January 5, 2026.

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I got a speeding ticket last week and the cop was really rude to me. Can I sue for civil rights violations?

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