Harris v. St. Bernard Parish Sheriff's Office

JjPER CURIAM.

The issue in this appeal is whether deputies of the St. Bernard Parish Sheriffs Office, possessing a valid search warrant, used excessive force while executing the search of the plaintiffs residence. For the reasons discussed below, we affirm.

STATEMENT OF FACTS

On or before September 20, 1984, plaintiff-appellants, Kevin Harris, Sr., Anita Harris, his wife, and two minor children, Kevin Harris, Jr. and April Harris, rented and occupied 3101 Daniel Dr., Violet, Louisiana. Their home is a “T” shaped duplex with the Harrises occupying the back apartment. The front door of the…