Excessive Force Cases in Texas

Explore 3 excessive force court cases in Texas. AI-powered summaries, key holdings, and legal analysis.

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Courts Deciding Excessive Force in Texas

texapp (2)tex (1)

Excessive Force Opinions in Texas (3)

La Joya Independent School District v. Laura Varela Individually and A/N/F K.R.

School district's motion to dismiss retaliation claim denied

Texas Court of Appeals · 2026-02-12 · Plaintiff Win · Impact: 60/100

La Joya Independent School District v. Laura Varela Individually and A/N/F K.R., decided by Texas Court of Appeals on February 12, 2026, resulted in a plaintiff win outcome. The plaintiff, Laura Varel...

Jesus Castillo v. H-E-B, LP

Appellate court affirms summary judgment for H-E-B in excessive force case

Texas Court of Appeals · 2026-01-08 · Defendant Win · Impact: 15/100

Jesus Castillo v. H-E-B, LP, decided by Texas Court of Appeals on January 8, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The plaintiff, Jesus Castillo, sued H-E-B, LP, alleging that H-E-B's security gu...

Michael A. Pohl v. Mark Kentrell Cheatham, Sr.

Qualified Immunity Granted to Officer for Arrest Actions

Texas Supreme Court · 2025-05-09 · Defendant Win · Impact: 40/100

Michael A. Pohl v. Mark Kentrell Cheatham, Sr., decided by Texas Supreme Court on May 9, 2025, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The core dispute centered on whether the defendant, a former police ...

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many excessive force cases are tracked in Texas?

CaseLawBrief currently tracks 3 excessive force cases from courts in Texas. New cases are added as opinions are published.

Q: Which courts in Texas handle excessive force cases?

Courts deciding excessive force cases in Texas include: texapp (2 cases), tex (1 cases).

Q: What are typical outcomes for excessive force cases in Texas?

Outcome breakdown: Plaintiff Win: 1, Defendant Win: 2.

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