Stupid shit like this done by the FBI is causing tax payer money. If Sergey Aleynikov wins then guess where the money will come from...
I always thought people should be financially accountable for their actions. The only thing that really work, is touching the wallet.
The only lesson learned is that their coworkers, bosses and justice system will bend over backwards to make sure that they can get away with abuse and injustice without repercussions.
We tend to cheer for social justice against government abuse of power, but we're always the ones footing the bill.
Settlement and damage costs should come out of the agent's salaries across the entire organization.
Maybe police officers will stop shooting black teenagers if everyone on the force is docked $5000 for each application of lethal force.
If another officer's indiscretion or negligence were to reflect on your pay check, you would be less likely to help cover it up or ignore it.