Q: Is it legal for an officer to intimidate you by telling you they know you filed a complaint against one of their officer
After telling you they know who you are and know you filed a complaint against one of their officers , and proceeds to say they are getting a search warrant for your home , you go back toward your home and tell you child that’s inside to lock the door because this is retaliation and discrimination and the officer yells if you lock it I’ll blow the SOB , they ran in my house without a search warrant the same officer was shoving my 16 year old son very aggressively ( this all on video ) my children and I are now traumatized because if this we are having to go to counseling and have been diagnosed with ptsd what can be done about this legally isn’t this illegal
A:
What happened to you sounds extremely distressing and potentially unlawful. Intimidation and threats from law enforcement officers can be grounds for legal action, particularly if they involve retaliation for filing a complaint. If an officer entered your home without a search warrant and used excessive force, this could be a violation of your constitutional rights.
You should consider contacting an attorney who can guide you on possible legal actions, such as filing a lawsuit for civil rights violations. Documenting everything, especially having video evidence, can be crucial in these cases. Your attorney can help you understand your rights and the best course of action to seek justice and compensation for the trauma you and your children have experienced.
Additionally, filing a complaint with your local police department's internal affairs division or a civilian oversight board might be appropriate. This can initiate an investigation into the officers' conduct and potentially lead to disciplinary action. Your attorney can also advise you on this process and help ensure your complaint is taken seriously.
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