Police Misconduct

Police misconduct is becoming more and more common, it seems. When it occurs, it is important to report it, but many people do not even know where to start. It does not help that after experiencing police misconduct, people often lose trust in law enforcement and do not believe they are there to help them. Fortunately, that is not always…

There is no question that interacting with police officers can be stressful. These interactions also have the potential to escalate. The best way you and your loved ones can stay protected is by being aware of your rights and what is and is not legal in these circumstances. Below, we discuss what to do if you are stopped, arrested, or…

Being placed under arrest is an incredibly scary experience. You are likely concerned about your future, and you may wonder if you will face jail time. You may think cooperating with the police is the best way to avoid these negative consequences, but that is not necessarily true. In fact, the more you cooperate, the worse it could be for…

How to Identify Police Misconduct Under Ohio law, police misconduct falls into two different categories. The first is when law enforcement interferes with the civil rights of a citizen. The second is when police use a sham legal process to arrest or detain someone. Still, when police do not treat a person fairly, these definitions may not be the first…

One woman is dead, and another person is seriously injured, after a reckless Ohio State Highway Patrol pursuit in Dayton. The wreck occurred near the intersection of Oakridge Drive and Gettysburg Avenue. According to witnesses and the OSHP, troopers tried to pull over a vehicle for a traffic infraction. Rather than stop, the driver accelerated away and officers gave chase.…