Unlawful Arrest

Unlawful arrest and detention claims

Release from custody does not by itself prove that an arrest was unlawful. The legal basis, what officials knew and the period of detention all need to be examined.

What clients usually ask

Are there time limits?

Potential claims can involve important notice and prescription requirements. Obtain advice promptly.

The usual first steps

  1. Build a precise timeline of the arrest and detention.
  2. Obtain police and court records where available.
  3. Assess lawfulness, loss and the required pre-litigation steps.

What to bring

Bring the agreement, court papers, notices, messages, dates and records that show what happened. Preserve original documents and electronic evidence without altering them.

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