Our false imprisonment lawyers can help you get compensation for the above-listed damages.

In order to successfully submit a claim for any damages resulting from a false arrest, there are some things you should be aware of. First, it can occur at the moment an individual’s liberty is restrained, and they are not free to leave. This is true whether or not physical restraints – like handcuffs – are used and whether or not actual law enforcement is involved. For example, you can be “arrested” if you are stopped by police and told not to leave while they write out a summons, even if you are not handcuffed. Similarly, you can also be “arrested” if you enter a store or other private business establishment and are then prevented from leaving by their employees or security guards. In either of these circumstances, both the police and private businesses need probable cause before they can restrain you.

In addition, while most arrests do result in criminal charges and prosecution, being charged criminally is not necessary for you to file a claim. This means that if you have been arrested and ultimately released without charges, you still may have the right to sue. However, if you are charged criminally, it is important to remember that a guilty plea will automatically forfeit your right to sue for any arrest (even if you are not in fact guilty), but if you do not plead guilty and your criminal charges end up in dismissal or acquittal, you can sue for your arrest. It’s best to consult false arrest lawyers about it.

Even If your case was dismissed, submitting an arrest claim might not be easy.

In fact, many individuals lose claims because they – and their false imprisonment attorneys – do not have a proper understanding of the many ways officers can establish probable cause to arrest or otherwise immunize themselves from damages. Others may not file claims because they are overwhelmed or demoralized by the process and feel intimidated by the prospect of suing police officers or government agencies. This is precisely why you need a knowledgeable & experienced team of litigators who know the system and the adversary process inside & out. Having this will give you a distinct advantage and can help turn a difficult or overwhelming case into a highly successful & lucrative victory for you in the end.