Can I file a violation of civil rights?

Bayport, NY Viewed 40 times. Posted about 1 month ago in Civil Rights

I had 2 foster children living withme 8 & 11. Befor they moved in they saw a picture of me. The 11 year old said negative things about my race to her therapist. They children were still placed in my house ( April 1, 2008). In june of 2008 she told the social worker that she was unconfortable around black people and she knows that I am going to abuse her and her brother. I wasn't told about her racist statements until 2 months lather when I comented about the fact that her behavior had improved. Then in 12/08 her brother made allegations of abuse shesaid yes I abused him. I was arrested but the criminal case was droped but the family court found me guilty of abuse of the boy because of what these children said and he had brusises from a fight he had with his sister.

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Alan James Brinkmeier

This attorney is licensed in Illinois. Posted 30 days ago.

The laws that protect citizens against government misconduct are commonly called civil rights laws.
A violation of a clearly established constitutional right under color of law gives rise to a Section 1983 civil rights lawsuit. In this situation, you may not have a civil rights violation but you should see a lawyer in your locale to fully discuss your situation.

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Carlos Gonzalez

This attorney is licensed in New York. Posted 22 days ago.

The fact that your criminal case was dismissed is very helpful, however the fact that there was a family court finding against you is quite damaging. I would suggest contacting an attorney in your immediate area, we are located in NYC and offer free consultation on such matters.

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