It depends on the basis of the arrest. If the police had probable cause to arrest you, then you cannot sue the police. If a witness lied to the police, you could sue the witness. Notice I said lie, IT is not enough to prove that the witness was merely mistaken. I fan attorney represented you on your criminal charges, ask that attorney if he/she thinks you have a legitimate suit for damages. Your attorney knows the evidence that the arrest was based on. If you did not have an attorney, find an injury lawyer or civil rights lawyer to go over the evidence and give you an opinion.
Answered on Sep 19th, 2013 at 8:05 AM