Police Misconduct & Excessive Force Legal Services at CEW Law Office – Hollywood, Florida

Police Brutality

The use of excessive, unnecessary, or unreasonable force by law enforcement officers against civilians. This can include physical violence, verbal abuse, psychological intimidation, or other aggressive tactics that go beyond what is legally justified.

Unlawful Shootings

Situations where a police officer uses a firearm in a manner that is not legally justified, often violating departmental policies or constitutional rights. These incidents may involve shooting unarmed individuals, firing without proper threat assessment, or using lethal force when non-lethal options were available.

Excessive Force During Arrest

When law enforcement uses more physical force than necessary to detain or control a suspect. This can include hitting, choking, or using weapons when the suspect is not resisting or poses no immediate threat to the officer or others.

Use of Tasers or K-9s

The deployment of electric stun guns (Tasers) or police dogs (K-9 units) by officers. While these tools are meant to assist in safely subduing suspects, their misuse—such as using them on restrained or non-threatening individuals—can result in serious injuries and civil rights violations.

In-Custody Injuries or Deaths

Physical harm or fatalities that occur while an individual is in police custody, including during transport, interrogation, or confinement. These incidents often raise concerns about neglect, abuse, lack of medical care, or the use of excessive force.