The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that government officials are generally shielded from liability as long as their conduct does not violate clearly established constitutional rights. The Court's interest in protecting law enforcement officers is apparent in their decision and support of:

A. The Exclusionary rule.
B. Qualified immunity.
C. Monell Liability.
D. Summary judgment.


Answer: B

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