Lincoln v. Barnes

JAMES E. GRAVES, JR., Circuit Judge:

Ranger Clair Barnes appeals the denial of his motion to dismiss based on qualified immunity. Because it was clearly established that Barnes’s conduct constituted an illegal seizure in violation of the .Fourth Amendment, we affirm.

I. BACKGROUND

This case arises out of the unfortunate police shooting of John Lincoln during a SWAT team operation at his mother’s residence. The following facts are taken from Plaintiffs’ Amended Complaint, which at this stage we presume to be true. John Lincoln was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and was taking medication to…