Judge Matthew Braner ruled that a former deputy's actions were not within the scope of his employment, absolving the Sheriff's Office of liability in the civil suit.
San Diego County sought summary judgment on the privacy claim, arguing that it could not be held vicariously liable for the unlawful intrusion committed by the ex-deputy.
Despite the ruling favoring the Sheriff's Office, the civil case against former deputy Timothy Wilson remains, who has no attorney representing him.
The case, which has moved between federal and state courts, originally included claims of negligent supervision and training against the Sheriff’s Office, which were dismissed.
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