Hear from what Cobb Defense Attorneys have to say!
Flynn Broady
A wrongful arrest occurs when police detain someone without legal justification, violating constitutional rights.
Requires showing lack of probable cause or legal authority.
Can be pursued under state false arrest statutes or federal civil rights law.
Victims may seek compensation for damages such as lost wages, emotional distress, and harm to reputation.
Lawful arrests are supported by probable cause or valid warrants.
Wrongful arrests lack probable cause or rely on false information.
Qualified immunity may shield officers unless rights were clearly violated.
Courts examine whether probable cause existed at the time of arrest.
Review of police reports, witness testimony, and evidence presented.
Federal courts may apply the “objective reasonableness” standard under the Fourth Amendment.
Probable cause existed — the police claim they acted lawfully.
Qualified immunity — shielding officers from liability unless they violated clearly established rights.
Good faith reliance — acting on warrants or information believed to be valid.
Wrongful arrest can cause lasting damage to reputation, employment, and freedom.
Successful lawsuits may recover financial damages and prompt policy reforms.
An experienced attorney can challenge the legality of the arrest and hold law enforcement accountable.
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