Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Oklahoma

Excessive force?
Whenever police dogs are trained in handler protection do they act off what they percieve from the situation or must they be commanded? Recently I was arrested for Public intox and resisting arrest, however I don't remember the arrest because I was extremely intoxicated. The officer even stated this in his report and admitted that I could barely stand on my feet. When the officer attempted to arrest me, I apparently jerked my arm away and was flailing, which the dog ''perceived'' as a threat and proceeded to bite me on my left calf, twice. The report then states that I began to comply and the dog was ordered ''off'' the bite. The officer also stated in the report that the dog did not break the skin and that I was only bit one time, however I have pictures of both of my bites and also of the other injuries I recieved from my arrest. I was never made aware that I was bitten nor treated for my injuries. Also, this happened on a Friday night, I was released Saturday night, I attempted to get a copy of the report on monday and they claimed that I could not have a copy because It was pending under investigation. There is alot more to this story, however, I just need to know if I have a case..........please help.

Asked on 3/14/08, 6:54 pm

Marsha Dixon

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Re: Excessive force?

There are many issues here. You need that report in your possession!

Answered on 3/21/08, 4:18 pm

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