Excessive Force During Arrest Legal Services at CEW Law Office – Hollywood, Florida
At CEW Law Office, we believe in the fundamental principle that no one is above the law — including law enforcement officers. If you or a loved one was subjected to excessive force during an arrest, our firm is ready to defend your rights and hold those responsible accountable.
Understanding Excessive Force During Arrest – Definition and Defense
What Is Excessive Force During Arrest?
Excessive force occurs when law enforcement uses more force than is reasonably necessary to arrest, detain, or subdue a person. Officers are permitted to use force to carry out their duties, but it must be proportional to the threat posed and the situation at hand.
Examples of excessive force during an arrest include:
- Unnecessary physical violence (punching, kicking, choking)
- Improper use of weapons, such as Tasers (CEWs), batons, or firearms
- Knee-on-neck or chokeholds after compliance
- Violent takedowns when a person is not resisting
- Multiple officers using force on an individual already restrained
Such actions violate your Fourth Amendment rights and may entitle you to compensation and justice under federal and state law.
Know Your Rights
If you have been a victim of excessive force, you have the right to:
- File a civil rights claim under 42 U.S.C. § 1983
- Seek compensation for physical injuries, emotional distress, and other damages
- Hold individual officers and police departments accountable
- Pursue both civil and, in some cases, criminal remedies
We are not intimidated by powerful institutions — we are dedicated to seeking justice and accountability for you.
If you or a loved one was subjected to cruel excessive force during an arrest, please do not hesitate to reach out to CEW law. We pride ourselves in holding every officer of the law accountable for their actions while they hold us accountable for ours. At CEW, we believe that no officer is above the law! Get in touch today if you have been arrested with excessive force