You can sue for false arrest at any time. However, you will need to have pretty good proof that the arrest was unlawful though. In the meantime, if the arrest caused you to lose your probation release, it probably will not get you out of jail.
Yes.
You cannot sue a police station. You can sue individual police officers or the department as a whole. Whether or not you have a case depends on the facts and circumstances of the accusations and criminal prosecution, and also your jurisdiction's law.
You can sue for anything. Just go see a lawyer for more details on exactly what you can do and your chances of winning.
Yes, if the action harmed you in some manner, such as loss of income, arrest or detainment by authorities, and so forth.
"Anyone can sue anybody for anything." If there was sufficient probable cause for your arrest to begin with, simply because the charge was 'dismissed' would not be sufficient grounds for a suit, unless there was MUCH more to the incident than the question reveals.
Yes you can get a lawyer and take up legal action. It is called false arrest, and something to do with lieing on the report with there signature and defrauding the system. It happens all the time and people sue for this reason all the time. Not saying they win, just saying they sue.
Anyone can sue for wrongful arrest anywhere including Indiana. It is best to get an attorney that has been successful in the past with these types of cases.
They can arrest you over and over as many times as you commit the crim, and therefore you cannot sue them. However, you can sue them if they arrest you falsely.
Not all warrants are signed by a Judge. Depends on where you live- in THIS state, they are issued by a Magistrate. You also need an understanding of the term false arrest. For an accurate answer, you will need an attorney, and not WikiAnswers.
You can sue anyone for anything.
If you have been arrested without probable cause, you may be eligible for compensation through a false arrest civil lawsuit. You may be able to recover damages for the following: • Emotional distress resulting from the false arrest • Lost wages from missed work due to the false arrest • Medical bills related to injuries sustained during the false arrest • Physical pain and suffering caused by the false arrest To bring a claim for false arrest, you need to show that: You were arrested or detained by law enforcement. The arresting officers lacked probable cause to believe you had committed a crime. Probable cause means that a reasonable officer would believe, based on the facts and circumstances, that you committed an offense. You suffered damages as a result of the false arrest. In order to win your lawsuit, you will likely need testimony or evidence supporting the fact that the arresting officers lacked probable cause. Witness statements, video footage, and police reports can all be used to build your case. You should consult with a wrongful arrest attorney in your state to discuss the specifics of your case and your chances of recovering compensation through a civil lawsuit. The amount of compensation you could receive will depend on the specifics of your case and injuries. False arrest lawsuits can potentially result in significant compensation awards. Hope this overview provides a good starting point! Let me know if you have any other questions.
The only real requirement is to say "You're under arrest," but not all states give private citizens the power of arrest. You then make every effort to deliver the arrested person into the custody of a law enforcement officer as soon as possible.it's very important to be sure of your grounds for making an arrest. If you don't have your ducks lined up, the person arrested can sue you for false arrest and/or bring criminal charges against you for false imprisonment.Added: In 100% agreement with foregoing answer and add - - the powers of citizens to arrest someone usually apply only to FELONY offenses. Don't try "arresting" someone for a traffic violation or a misdemeanor offense.