Police Misconduct Attorneys in Philadelphia

Upholding the Law & Protecting Your Rights

Police officers are supposed to uphold and enforce the law – unfortunately, some officers abuse their power and act above the law. All citizens have civil rights that protect them from police misconduct but far too often, they are afraid or unable to stand up to law enforcement

If your rights have been violated by a police officer in any capacity, you can pursue justice with the help of Mincey Fitzpatrick Ross. We are here to help you hold the responsible officer accountable for his or her misconduct. Our Philadelphia civil rights attorneys look forward to hearing your story during a free consultation. From there, we can help you explore your legal options.

Types of Police Misconduct

Police misconduct comes in many forms, all of which can have a deep, lasting impact on the victim and his or her future.

Examples of police misconduct include:

• False arrest
• Illegal search and seizure
• Racial profiling
• Illegal strip search
• Police cover-up

When handling cases involving any of these types of misconduct, our team carefully analyzes the details of the incident and takes the time to thoroughly investigate it. By gathering testimonies from witnesses, other officers, and experts in the field, we can build a strong case that presents your story accurately and favorably.

False Arrest

In order to make an arrest, a police officer must have probable cause. In other words, they must have a valid reason to believe that you have committed a crime. If you were arrested without probable cause, your civil rights were violated. In these situations, our Philadelphia police misconduct attorneys can help you seek justice by holding the officer accountable.

Illegal Search & Seizure

The Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures. A police officer may not search your home, your car, your person, or any of your property without probable cause that you committed a crime. If you were charged with a crime based on evidence obtained in an illegal search and seizure, you have grounds for a lawsuit.

Mincey Fitzpatrick Ross is here to protect your rights and ensure that the evidence obtained in the search cannot be used against you. With 100 years of combined experience, we have helped thousands of Philadelphians fight back against police misconduct.