4.41 ELEMENTS OF CLAIM: EXCESSIVE USE OF FORCE — PRETRIAL DETAINEE— - FIFTH AND FOURTEENTH AMENDMENTS refers to the claim brought against a law enforcement agency or other governmental entity for the alleged use of excessive force in violation of civil rights of pretrial detainees, as protected by the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments of the United States Constitution. This type of claim typically involves allegations of physical brutality, such as beatings, pepper spray, stun guns, or other forms of physical abuse. It may also include claims of verbal abuse or other forms of psychological harassment. The claim is often brought forth by detainees who allege that their rights were violated while in the custody of law enforcement. The Fourteenth Amendment grants the right of due process to all persons, including pretrial detainees, meaning they have the right to be free from the use of excessive force. The Fifth Amendment grants the right to be free from cruel and unusual punishment. Claims of excessive force against pretrial detainees are based on these two amendments.