The first thing you need to do is fight any charges that were filed against you. A lawyer can advise you if and when filing a complaint against the officer for his actions would be appropriate. You could file an internal affairs complaint with his department and possibly a civil lawsuit, depending on the facts. Before filing a civil lawsuit you would need to provide a proper notice as required by statute, within 182 days of the incident you complain of. Get with a lawyer quickly.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2018 at 7:01 AM