What to do if police does not take action?

If a police officer does not accept/act on your complaint, then you can approach the Superintendent of Police or a superior officer. If the Superintendent feels that there is merit in your case, then he/she can appoint a police personnel to start an investigation.

Are law enforcement officers protected by absolute immunity?

Because police activity is usually discretionary, police officers generally receive the lesser protection of qualified immunity. Absolute immunity is a complete bar to a lawsuit, with no exceptions. It generally applies to judicial officials like judges, prosecutors, jurors, and witnesses.

Is there a police ombudsman?

The Police Ombudsman’s Office operates a 24-hour, 7 days a week emergency response system.

Should I cooperate with the police if I’m innocent?

Even if you know that you are innocent and have nothing to hide, you cannot assume that your problems will be over if you cooperate with the police. The reality is that you could find yourself charged with a crime that you did not commit. If the police are contacting you about a criminal investigation, you want to exercise these important rights:

What mistakes do police make when conducting a criminal investigation?

This post is going to explain seven (7) minor to serious mistakes police can make when conducting a criminal investigation. These are the same mistakes I analyze when conducting my own criminal investigations for clients. These mistakes will usually involve the following: Violation of suspects rights Breach of procedure regarding evidence

Are police officers honest and ethical when investigating crimes?

While most police officers are honest and ethical, there are also far too many who unfortunately commit misconduct when investigating crimes.

Can a police officer re-approach a defendant without a lawyer?

Generally, if the defendant states that he wants to assert his right to counsel, then officers may not re-approach the defendant and attempt to question him or her unless the attorney is present when the defendant waives his or her right to remain silent. What If The Officer Returns Later That Day?