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Law enforcement officers with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, don’t always protect citizens as they should. Police officers may engage in misconduct that can result in significant injury or consequences for their victims. From excessive force and wrongful arrests to racial profiling and civil rights violations, these actions leave lasting physical, emotional, and financial impacts on individuals and their families.
Confronting police misconduct can overwhelm victims, especially when facing powerful institutions. Understanding your rights is critical if you’ve been a victim of such misconduct. At Regan Zambri Long, a police misconduct lawyer in Washington, DC, is now prepared to help you fight for justice. Contact us today to learn more.
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DC citizens can file complaints with the Office of Police Complaints (OPC) when they believe police misconduct has occurred. OPC investigates the following forms of misconduct:
Although the above are the forms of misconduct OPC cites, that list might not cover all forms of police brutality or misconduct that law enforcement officers can engage in. Speak with a lawyer for more information about your case. Unfortunately, this isn’t an uncommon problem in DC, with OPC receiving 796 complaints in 2022 alone.
Filing a complaint is just one step in protecting your constitutional rights. Don’t let police misconduct go unchallenged. Contact the DC civil rights lawyers at Regan Zambri Long for a free case evaluation.
Police brutality cases and misconduct cases can take many forms. The following are among the more common types of Washington, DC, police misconduct cases we handle:
For 30 years, our lawyers have helped DC residents like you fight for fair compensation in numerous types of cases. If you’ve experienced any of these forms of misconduct, our experienced attorneys are here to help. Call now.
Seeking justice after police use unjustifiable tactics or engage in other forms of misconduct can involve:
You may file a lawsuit against police misconduct in DC in federal court, a DC Superior Court, or another state court, depending on the circumstances. We can discuss these options with you in greater detail when evaluating your case.
Take the first step toward justice. Schedule a confidential consultation with our police misconduct team.
The statute of limitations sets a deadline for initiating police misconduct cases in Washington, DC. The deadline depends on how victims file lawsuits.
For example, if you’re filing a general claim for assault, battery, or similar actions a police officer may have engaged in, you have one year from the date of the incident to take action. Although federal law is slightly unclear on this matter, as the deadline can depend on the form of misconduct that has allegedly occurred, you may typically have two years from the date of a misconduct incident to file a lawsuit in federal court.
A 90-day time limit also applies when filing an OPC complaint. OPC may not investigate a complaint if you miss the deadline. When taking action, it’s important to show documentation and evidence to strengthen your case, such as medical bills.
Don’t wait until it’s too late. Contact us immediately to protect your legal rights.
Losses for which compensation may be available in a lawsuit against police misconduct in DC include:
Learn what your case might be worth. Contact Regan Zambri Long for a comprehensive case review.
We at Regan Zambri Long are committed to fighting for fair compensation when victims of police brutality and misconduct enlist our help. Reasons to choose our firm include:
Put our experience to work for you. Reach out to our dedicated police misconduct attorneys today.
