Unlawful Shootings Legal Services at CEW Law Office – Hollywood, Florida
At CEW Law Office, we are committed to protecting the rights of individuals and families affected by unlawful police shootings. If you or someone you love has suffered due to the unjustified discharge of a firearm by law enforcement, you have legal options — and we are here to fight for you.
Understanding Unlawful Shootings – Definition and Defense
What Is an Unlawful Police Shooting?
An unlawful police shooting occurs when a law enforcement officer unjustifiably uses a firearm against a civilian, violating constitutional rights and departmental use-of-force policies.
Examples of unlawful shootings include:
- Shooting an unarmed or non-threatening individual
- Using deadly force against a person fleeing without posing imminent danger
- Firing without a reasonable belief of immediate threat to life or serious injury
- Discharging a weapon in violation of police training and protocols
These actions often violate your Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable seizures and can result in life-altering injuries or wrongful death.
Know Your Rights
- Pursue a civil rights lawsuit for excessive force
- Demand compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and wrongful death damages
- Hold law enforcement accountable through federal civil rights claims under 42 U.S.C. § 1983
- File official complaints and demand investigations into officer misconduct
Whether you are seeking justice as a victim or representing a family member, we will stand by you at every step.
Have You Been a Victim?
If you have been the victim of what you would consider an unlawful shooting in South Florida, please do not hesitate to get in touch with CEW law today. We can help you fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.