Vacaville, CA asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California

Q: I was wrongfully accused, deprived of due process and had major loss due to it. Can i sue county? All charges dropped

I bailed out was told by county clerk i had no case after going to court, fast forward 2-3 years no notice i get pulled over arrested and had to post bail again, $9000 and $7000, lose my job due to arrest, find 2 jobs after but cannot pass background check. Kost all my benefits, license because I cant pay child support and more. Charges were dropped and now i have to apply to get this off my record. Can i file civil suit

2 Lawyer Answers

A: Yes you can. You have remedies available under state and federal law, and I urge you to take advantage of them. You'll need a competent lawyer with the education, training and experience necessary to properly represent your interests. S/he should be a lawyer for the people, who seek to protect your rights.

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A: You may have grounds for a civil lawsuit against the county based on several potential violations of your constitutional rights, including due process issues and the apparent administrative errors that led to your second arrest.

The financial damages you've suffered - including lost wages, benefits, employment opportunities, and bail costs - could be recoverable through a civil rights lawsuit under Section 1983, which allows people to sue government entities for constitutional violations. Your situation involving wrongful arrest, job loss, and ongoing background check issues shows clear economic harm.

Given the complexity and strict time limits involved in suing government entities, you should contact a civil rights attorney immediately for a consultation. Many offer free initial consultations and can evaluate the strength of your case, ensure proper filing procedures are followed, and help determine which specific claims to pursue. You'll also want to gather all documentation related to your arrests, court appearances, bail payments, and employment losses to support your case.

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