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What charges may be be brought against an officer who uses excessive force in making an arrest?
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∙ 11y ago
assault charges. they went too far
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What charges can be brought against a person for lying to police?
States define crimes differently. It is probably obstruction of justice, but many states have a specific crime "giving false information to a law enforcement officer" or something to that effect. The state can bring all appropriate charges for the crime.
Is it ethical for a police officer to fabricate charges against a juvenile for the purpose of teaching the juvenile a lesson?
absolutely not.
I was spit in the face by a police an taken to jail for disorderly conduct but the charges were dismissed by the judge can i file charges against the police officer who wrongly arrested me an spit?
You can file a complaint, charges would need to be brought by the local prosecuting attorney.You should discuss the matter with a local attorney. A local attorney can give the best advise for your particular situation.
How do you file charges against police officer if you have documented proof they committed perjury?
Contact your local prosecuting attorney.
Does a law enforcement officer have the right to press charges against a person involved in a domestic with a spouse when the spouse does not feel the need to press charges?
yesIn most states if an officer is dispatched to a domestic call and there is evidence that an assault took place then they are required to make an arrest. The police do not press charges and neither does the spouse. The prosecutor presses charges.
How can congress impeach the chief executive?
Impeachment is a power that allows formal charges to be brought against the President or other civil officer in a governing position. The power of impeachment lies in the House of Representatives and not the Senate. In return the Senate has the power to try the impeachment. The removal of the impeached official also lies in the Senate. Keep in mind that impeachment does not necessarily mean the removal of the official. It just means that charges have been brought onto the official.
What charges were leveled against the count of morcerf?
1)He abused his officer in the past when he was the captain of French army. 2)He took bribes from the Turks in 1828 and handed over the "Fortress of Yanina".
Can charges be brought against an inmate if an inmate lies to a corrections officer?
you cant get a new charges simple by lien to a corrections officer ... Now if your signer is on a statement to that affect then you can get charged with forging a legal document ...Another View: While it may not be a violation of statute law, there are internal prison system rules and regulations which inmates must live by and follow. Such a violation may incur internal administrative sanctions against the inmate but unless the offense/crime rises to the level of criminal statute law (for instance - killing or assaulting another inmate or guard) no criminal charges are usually filed, and the matter is handled internally, within the system.
Can a police officer say they won't press charges then do it anyway?
Police can still press charges against you at a later date even if they decline to right on the spot. Sometimes they might not have enough information to charge you at the time.
Can a police officer be charge with battery on another police officer?
Yes, they can be charged with assault or battery if the victim is another police officer. If the bad cop is a big bully and no one likes him/her, then it is more likely they will be charged or fired. Often, however, cops don't file charges against other cops and will try to work it out in other ways. Sometimes the charges will only be internal, that is made by one cop against another and the matter is handled within the department.
What were the charges against count of morcerf?
1)He abused his officer in the past when he was the captain of French army. 2)He took bribes from the Turks in 1828 and handed over the "Fortress of Yanina".
Can the arresting officer drop a charge on you?
no, unless you report something that conters the reason you got charges (if they are even related)Added: The police do not have the power to drop charges against you. Only the prosecutors office can do that.
