In 2005, Officer Kolp was involved in an incident where he allegedly used excessive force during the arrest of Mr. Hansen. The situation escalated when Hansen, suspected of being armed, failed to comply with commands, leading to the use of a taser. A lawsuit was filed against Kolp and Pierce County, alleging violations of constitutional rights. The case was reviewed in court, with detailed accounts of the incident presented by both parties.

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