Legal Question in Civil Rights Law in California

A man is getting away with shotting another man in his front yard.

How can a correctional officer go into someones yard and shoot a person six times, four being on the persons back and no charges were made against the correctional officer.


Asked on 10/16/06, 3:12 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Beth Mora Cooper & Mora, A Professional Corporation

Re: A man is getting away with shotting another man in his front yard.

This sounds like a horrible situation. However, with out more facts I cannot help assess the situation. You are welcome to contact my office or an attorney in your area to provide more information so that I or another attorney may address your concerns.

I am terribly sorry for your loss.

Sincerely, Beth Mora

Read more
Answered on 10/17/06, 7:28 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: A man is getting away with shotting another man in his front yard.

If the man or his heirs can show this exceeded necessary force, then they can make a claim. Such cases are tough to prove, but contact me if you want to discuss the facts and issues.

Read more
Answered on 10/23/06, 9:25 pm
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: A man is getting away with shotting another man in his front yard.

The victim, or the victim's family if the victim died, would have to sue. The type of lawsuit depends on whether the correctional officer was acting within the scope of his or her employment. Time deadlines are very short in such cases and the appropriate person needs to call a lawyer without delay. Only retain a lawyer with specific experience in police misconduct (42 USC 1983) cases.

Read more
Answered on 10/18/06, 2:47 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Civil Rights Law questions and answers in California