Civil Rights - Police Misconduct
Behavior of police officers is governed by the U.S. Constitution and by state and federal laws. All members of the public, including those with criminal records, have the right to reasonable treatment by law enforcement officers. When injuries or deaths result from a failure of police officers to use reasonable care, police departments and individual police officers may be liable for the injuries, deaths and violations of rights.
Examples of police misconduct
Police misconduct can take many forms. Our cases in this area have included:
- Jail Deaths and injuries
- No-warrant searches
- Illegal strip searches
- Excessive force
- Inappropriate taser use
- Shooting victims
- Illegal chokeholds
- Harassment
- False arrest
- Coercive sexual conduct
- Unlawful stops
- Pet shootings
Whether they are taking a suspect into custody or beginning a high-speed chase, officers are obliged to follow reasonable standards of behavior and action.
Speak with an experienced lawyer about a police misconduct case
David Morgan brings cases seeking compensation for injuries as well as suits for injunctive relief to stop the illegal behavior. The type of action that can be brought against law enforcement varies with the alleged violation. It is important to seek the counsel of a lawyer with experience in this area of the law to find out about your options. David is experienced and highly knowledgeable about the law related to police misconduct.
- If your civil rights have been violated by law enforcement officers or you have been injured because of police misconduct, contact David Morgan to learn what you can do.
Call David at (804)330-9220 for a free initial consultation. - Email or Call David P. Morgan today
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