4th Circ. Backs Officer's Gun Draw, But Slams His Philosophy

By Brandon Lowrey ( November 12, 2025, 5:20 PM EST) -- The Fourth Circuit on Wednesday scolded a Virginia police officer who testified that he draws his gun when "there's any type of crime committed," saying unwarranted threats of deadly force are dangerous and can violate constitutional rights....

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