Did the Police do anything wrong when they shot my son 3 times when he was running away from them?

Police misconduct matters - deadly force cases in particular - are among the toughest cases around. In general terms, the facts you have offered...

As to the initial detention (home to hospital) no. The police had a duty to accept your husband's statement and take you to e hospital. I do not...

Can i sue? what kinda of attorney do i need?

I respectfully disagree with the prior post. The nature and extent of any claim depends upon the entity involved. So, for example, if the Gwinnett...

The time limitations depend upon the nature of the claim and the public entity that employed this person. As a general rule, a tort claim under...

Can the police force they way in your home if you don't welcome them in?

I doubt you will find any of these responses helpful. As a general rule, the police can only cross the threshold of the home (ie a doorway) with a...

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Is it legal for patrol officers to sit at exit ramps at night sideways, with takedown lights, alley lights, spot lights on?

The officer must have reasonable suspicion to believe you have committed a crime, (includes traffic offenses) to pull you over. That is a very low...

What evidence must a police officer have to arrest a employee accused of theft by his supervisor?

The discrimination case (absent something you haven't mentioned) is not the way to go at all. You may have a good false arrest claim against your...

Can I sue the university police

I disagree (respectfully) with the responses you have received. The circumstances you have described may give rise to a civil rights claim for...

What is the sentence for simple Battery - Family Violence (Misdemeanor) and alsoGiving False Name, Address or Birthdate to a Law

As Noah Pines noted, the actual sentence will vary based on jurisdiction, specific facts of the crime, prior criminal history (especially if it...

Your question raises potential civil rights issues related to the scope of the warrant. Without reviewing the language of the warrant itself, it...