Constitutional Torts Cases in Fifth Circuit

Browse 2 constitutional torts cases decided by Fifth Circuit. AI-powered summaries, holdings, and legal analysis.

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Constitutional Torts Opinions from Fifth Circuit (2)

Lewis v. Walley

Excessive Force Claim Fails: Officer's Actions Not Clearly Unconstitutional

Fifth Circuit · 2026-02-23 · Defendant Win · Impact: 15/100

Lewis v. Walley, decided by Fifth Circuit on February 23, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Fifth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment to the defendant, Walley,...

Nairne v. Landry

Fifth Circuit Affirms Qualified Immunity for Correctional Officer in Excessive Force Case

Fifth Circuit · 2025-08-14 · Defendant Win · Impact: 20/100

Nairne v. Landry, decided by Fifth Circuit on August 14, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Fifth Circuit affirmed the district court's grant of summary judgment to the defendant, a former...

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Q: How many constitutional torts cases has Fifth Circuit decided?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 2 constitutional torts cases from Fifth Circuit. This number is updated as new opinions are published.

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Outcome breakdown: Defendant Win: 2.

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