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What can I do if a suspended officer simply filed a false police report?
Asked on Jan 28th, 2013 on Foreclosures - Michigan
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A suspended police officer who is on paid suspension advised the police department that a town home that was foreclosed was being damaged and robbed by the owner. In fact, the town home has been approved by the bank as a short sale. The police came to the property only to find that all paperwork was in order and nothing was being stolen or trashed. The suspended officer simply filed a false police report.
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You can sue him, but you will need to prove damages. In other words, did you have any expenses as a result of his wrongful conduct. Or, did you experience emotional distress, anxiety, etc. If so, you will need to prove it by showing that you visited a Dr. for counseling, treatment, medicine, etc.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 8:02 PM
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Contact the county prosecuting attorney's office and discuss this with them. They will probably tell you to file a complaint or report with the police chief. I would suggest you do both. Filing a false police report is a felony.
Answered on Feb 01st, 2013 at 4:37 PM