A Department of Justice federal law enforcement agent became a defendant in multiple federal civil lawsuits alleging constitutional civil rights violations against multiple criminal defendants. These lawsuits accused the client of intentionally committing civil rights violations pursuant to a long-term undercover drug operation spanning several months. The allegations included conspiracy with other officers and a confidential informant.
The client was indicted by a federal grand jury for civil rights violations related to the federal civil lawsuits. The client was acquitted of all counts by a federal jury pursuant to a five-week trial.
This firm was part of the legal defense team representing the Client. Each of the federal civil lawsuits was subsequently DISMISSED. Client returned to full duty with the agency.
