Former Uvalde Officer's Trial Tests Legal Boundaries of Police Inaction in Mass Shootings

The criminal trial of former Uvalde officer Adrian Gonzales for child endangerment scrutinizes law enforcement's duty to act during the Robb Elementary shooting. This rare prosecution tests the legal boundaries of individual officer accountability for inaction, carrying significant implications for police training and public trust in Texas and nationwide. The defense contends systemic failures and chaotic circumstances mitigate individual culpability, while the prosecution highlights extensive active shooter training.