DESOTO PARISH, La (KTAL/KMSS) - The beating of a former inmate has gained national attention when video of the incident was finally released. The case highlights the pivotal role the Department of Justice can play in prosecuting local criminal cases.

The former inmate's beating at the hands of former DeSoto Parish sheriff's deputies is heading back to Desoto Parish court. This time to determine if the defendants are liable for victim's compensation.

"Now is the time to get justice for Jarius. He is one of a number of young men who have been hurt by the system that's allowed to exist. This is a way the ordinary people of Louisiana can realize this has to stop," said Michael Imbroscio, partner at Covington and Burling LLP in Washington D.C.

The case took federal intervention for video to

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