This needs to happen far more often than it does. I am in favor of qualified immunity, heavy on “qualified”; however, it is too often treated as if it is absolute immunity. The qualifying aspect of qualified immunity needs to be tested in cases of governmental administrators and judges and others as well as police officers if we are to regain our right place as sovereign citizens.
First, it’s crucial to document the incident thoroughly. Start by writing down every detail you can recall about what happened. This includes the date, time, and location of the incident, as well as the officer’s name and badge number if you have it. Don’t forget to note any witnesses who were present and gather any physical evidence, such as video recordings from your phone or dashcam. This documentation will serve as the foundation for everything that follows.
Once your documentation is in order, you should file a complaint. You’ll need to submit this complaint to the Waterbury Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division, providing them with all the information and evidence you’ve gathered. If Waterbury has a civilian review board, it’s also a good idea to file a complaint with them as an additional measure.
Next, it’s important to seek legal advice. Contact a lawyer who specializes in civil rights or police misconduct cases. They can guide you through the legal landscape and help you understand your rights, as well as the potential outcomes of pursuing legal action. If hiring a lawyer is financially challenging, explore legal aid organizations in Connecticut that might be able to offer you assistance.
Based on the legal advice you receive, you may want to consider legal action. This could involve filing a civil lawsuit against the officer and/or the police department, particularly if there’s evidence of unlawful detention or a violation of your rights. Your lawyer will also help you decide whether to pursue claims under state law, federal law, or both.
Finally, it’s essential to follow up diligently. Keep track of your complaint with the Internal Affairs Division or civilian review board to ensure that it is being actively investigated. Stay in close contact with your lawyer to remain informed about the progress of any legal action you choose to take.
This headline is misleading. The Court didn’t revoke qualified immunity. Immunity is qualified by the facts of the situation. Clearly the facts here mitigated against the assertion of immunity. The officer didn’t “qualify” for the protection of immunity. That is what qualified immunity means.
BRAVO MIKE.
100%
Once in a while, even in libtard-land Connecticut, reason and constitutional law prevail.
That is some damn good news.
This needs to happen far more often than it does. I am in favor of qualified immunity, heavy on “qualified”; however, it is too often treated as if it is absolute immunity. The qualifying aspect of qualified immunity needs to be tested in cases of governmental administrators and judges and others as well as police officers if we are to regain our right place as sovereign citizens.
First, it’s crucial to document the incident thoroughly. Start by writing down every detail you can recall about what happened. This includes the date, time, and location of the incident, as well as the officer’s name and badge number if you have it. Don’t forget to note any witnesses who were present and gather any physical evidence, such as video recordings from your phone or dashcam. This documentation will serve as the foundation for everything that follows.
Once your documentation is in order, you should file a complaint. You’ll need to submit this complaint to the Waterbury Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division, providing them with all the information and evidence you’ve gathered. If Waterbury has a civilian review board, it’s also a good idea to file a complaint with them as an additional measure.
Next, it’s important to seek legal advice. Contact a lawyer who specializes in civil rights or police misconduct cases. They can guide you through the legal landscape and help you understand your rights, as well as the potential outcomes of pursuing legal action. If hiring a lawyer is financially challenging, explore legal aid organizations in Connecticut that might be able to offer you assistance.
Based on the legal advice you receive, you may want to consider legal action. This could involve filing a civil lawsuit against the officer and/or the police department, particularly if there’s evidence of unlawful detention or a violation of your rights. Your lawyer will also help you decide whether to pursue claims under state law, federal law, or both.
Finally, it’s essential to follow up diligently. Keep track of your complaint with the Internal Affairs Division or civilian review board to ensure that it is being actively investigated. Stay in close contact with your lawyer to remain informed about the progress of any legal action you choose to take.
4th Amendment Stop and Frisk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28TytLhXgjE&t=567s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xc51OHkINLM
Laura, CStone, thanks for the restacks.
Stone, Ahmed, Jean, thanks for the restacks.
This headline is misleading. The Court didn’t revoke qualified immunity. Immunity is qualified by the facts of the situation. Clearly the facts here mitigated against the assertion of immunity. The officer didn’t “qualify” for the protection of immunity. That is what qualified immunity means.