San Jose Police Misconduct Lawyers
Overzealous police officers who break the law and violate rights need to be held accountable. At The Law Firm of Kallis & Associates P.C., we take civil rights violations by law enforcement seriously. We provide the skilled counsel needed to file a successful claim and recover the compensation our clients deserve.
We bring extensive experience and unique insight into police misconduct cases. In addition to his experience as a lawyer, our founder Jeff Kallis is a former police officer. He has thorough, firsthand knowledge of internal affairs within police departments.
Contact our civil rights law firm today to put this experience to work in any police misconduct case involving:
- Excessive force and police brutality
- Planted evidence
- Coercion to obtain a confession
- False arrest
- False imprisonment
- Malicious prosecution
- Illegal search and illegal seizure of property
- Racial discrimination/racial profiling
Secure Legal Representation First
The standard procedure for reporting an incident of police misconduct is to file an Internal Affairs (IA) complaint with the police department. We ask that you talk to us first. Their motivation in gathering information is far different from yours. You are looking for them to pursue an action against one of their peers. Their intention is to gather as much information as they can to diffuse the complaint.
In addition, you will likely have been charged with a crime by the police to justify their excessive actions. Filling out an IA report without the benefit of counsel could damage the case against you. Essentially, you are giving them advanced notice of legal action and the time to prepare their documents.
Challenges to Overcome in Police Misconduct Cases
You must overcome several obstacles when faced with a civil rights violation at the hands of a police officer. These include the possibility of an appeal if you prevail and the inherent advantage that police officers have in legal settings. Do not let this deter you. If your rights have been violated, police officers must be held responsible for their actions. By letting time lapse without filing a police misconduct lawsuit, law enforcement gets the wrong message.
One primary challenge is the fact that your case will likely proceed to trial. Settlements are rare and typically only occur when the civil rights violation was so egregious and injuries were severe. Civil rights lawyer Jeff Kallis and the rest of our legal team have extensive trial experience. We know how to effectively present your case in court and win.
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For more information, or to schedule an appointment with an experienced San Jose police misconduct attorney, please contact our California law firm. Learn more about evaluating your potential police misconduct civil rights case.