As a leading police misconduct attorney in Albuquerque, Nick Sitterly understands that when those in charge of upholding the law break the law themselves, the results can be devastating. While we may be intimidated into silence regarding police misconduct, it’s vital to remember that you have state and constitutionally-protected rights and freedoms.
At the Sitterly Law Firm, Nick Sitterly has years of experience fighting against law enforcement’s illegal practices. He’ll stand by your side every step of the way to seek justice and compensation when you’ve been violated.
No one is above the law, including the police. Simply put, police misconduct includes any illegal or inappropriate conduct law enforcement officers exhibit while carrying out their duties. While police officers may come up with excuses for treating someone with excessive force or verbal abuse, the truth is that no one deserves to be illegally violated. It may be hard to determine if you’ve been a victim of police misconduct, and that’s why Nick Sitterly, a police misconduct lawyer, is here to help.
Common examples of police misconduct include the following:
Cases of police misconduct frequently grab the media’s attention. The Sitterly Law Firm understands that while you want justice for what you’ve experienced, you might not want your name splashed across headlines.
Worst yet, police spokespersons may be eager to take the spotlight to provide news organizations with false and incomplete information. You can trust Nick Sitterly to assist you in navigating the media and other intrusive entities.
All too often, police misconduct results in false arrests, detainment, and imprisonment. Just because you’ve been arrested or imprisoned doesn’t mean you don’t have rights or ways to seek justice for illegal law enforcement practices.
Habeas corpus is a lawsuit filed by prisoners or their families to seek justice and compensation against the following:
Everybody deserves the best representation and defense possible. Public defenders are overburdened and may not give your case the time and resources it needs to prove your innocence. Younger defenders don’t have the experience and reputation to fight your case effectively.
Here’s what to expect from your criminal defense attorney, Nick Sitterly.
It’s common to see police misconduct as the leading cause of false arrests, detainment, and imprisonment.
While excessive force, such as beatings, shootings, and death, often grab headlines, it’s crucial to know that illegal law enforcement practices involve much more.
Police misconduct includes unfair treatment, usually based on discrimination and verbal abuse. It also involves the mishandling, tampering, and planting of evidence. You should also call in Nick Sitterly as your police misconduct attorney if you suspect that you or your property were illegally searched.
Having the right lawyer by your side can mean the difference between receiving justice or remaining behind bars.
Your attorney will strategize with you about the possible actions and lawsuits to file. Every case has multiple ways to proceed, and Nick Sitterly will explore all available options. From there, he’ll begin filing complaints and following through with any court decisions regarding your complaints.
Discovery involves collecting evidence and information regarding your case. The discovery process is ongoing from the time the complaint is filed until the passing of deadlines set by the court. Discovery includes requests and demands for information:
Based on the discovery process, your attorney will assess how to proceed. Whether it’s best to negotiate a settlement or move forward with a trial, Nick Sitterly will keep fighting until every avenue has been exhausted.
The Sitterly Law Firm is passionate about fighting against police misconduct. You should never feel bullied and powerless against officers who act like they’re above the law. When Nick Sitterly says he’ll fight for your rights, he means it.
Contact Nick Sitterly, police misconduct attorney in Albuquerque, today to schedule your consultation.
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