Suing the Police

The victim of police misconduct has two options: making a complaint or suing for damages. This practical guide to the law and procedure involved in taking the latter course aims to provide a clear and structured approach to the complex and unfamiliar procedure in such cases. Starting from the point of discussing the causes of the damages claim, such as using unreasonable force, illegal searches, wrongful arrest or false imprisonment, the book goes on to explain every stage of the procedure. Damages are covered explaining how to assess them and identifying the type of damage caused - such as compensatory damages, aggravated damages and exemplary damages. Information is given on everything from taking instructions and financing the case to the trial itself. Advice is contained on preparation, evidence, witnesses, speeches and summing up. Costs, appeals and precedents are also included, aiming to provide a complete guide to this important area of civil litigation. This book should be of interest to solicitors, barristers, Citizens Advice Bureaux, Law Centres, and Police Authorites.
 
The victim of police misconduct has two options: making a complaint or suing for damages. This practical guide to the law and procedure involved in taking the latter course aims to provide a clear and structured approach to the complex and unfamiliar procedure in such cases. Starting from the point of discussing the causes of the damages claim, such as using unreasonable force, illegal searches, wrongful arrest or false imprisonment, the book goes on to explain every stage of the procedure. Damages are covered explaining how to assess them and identifying the type of damage caused - such as compensatory damages, aggravated damages and exemplary damages. Information is given on everything from taking instructions and financing the case to the trial itself. Advice is contained on preparation, evidence, witnesses, speeches and summing up. Costs, appeals and precedents are also included, aiming to provide a complete guide to this important area of civil litigation. This book should be of interest to solicitors, barristers, Citizens Advice Bureaux, Law Centres, and Police Authorites.