In the landmark decision in Thurman v. City of Torrington, 595 F.Supp. 1521, (D.Conn. 1984), the court decided that:
A. The City of Torrington could not be sued in a spousal abuse case.
B. The plaintiff had no right to protection, despite a restraining order.
C. The City of Torrington could be sued for failing to provide the plaintiff protection.
D. The plaintiff's spouse had not committed spousal abuse.
Answer: C
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