Superintendent Peter Browning of Dorset Police has been found guilty of failing to stop a derogatory conversation between police officers in April 2022. The misconduct hearing was held publicly at Dorset Police Headquarters in Winfrith. Following the hearing, Superintendent Peter Browning has been handed a final written warning lasting three years for not stopping a… Read more »
What happened to Dylan McEwan? Last June, a 24-year-old man named Dylan McEwan, also known as Dylan Smith, died shortly after an encounter with a Lancashire PC. The Blackpool PC who made contact with Dylan McEwan will face a misconduct hearing after an inquest into the 24-year-old’s tragic death was adjourned pending the outcome of… Read more »
What is police misconduct? Police misconduct occurs when a member or members of the police abuse commit an action or exhibit behaviour that breach the standards of professional behaviour for police officers. This could be using excessive force on a detained person who isn’t resisting arrest, arresting someone without reasonable belief that they committed a… Read more »
A former Avon and Somerset PC Alexander Alderson has been barred from the profession after a misconduct hearing was held for breaching the code of conduct set out for police officers. Alexander Alderson had sex with a woman who he knew was vulnerable and bragged about other affairs. The woman, referred to in the hearing… Read more »
When making an arrest, it is the responsibility of the police officer to ensure that there are lawful grounds for making the arrest. If not, the plaintiff may be able to sue the police for wrongful arrest. If you believe you have suffered a wrongful arrest, please get in touch with us at 0151 242… Read more »
What Constitutes Sexual Abuse? Sexual abuse is any non-consensual behaviour or action of a sexual nature. Sexual abuse at work can be physical or it can take place verbally or online. In short, sexual abuse is any unwanted behaviour of a sexual nature that causes makes you uncomfortable or upset. Examples of Sexual Abuse At… Read more »
What constitutes police abusing their power? Whilst the role of the police is to prevent crime and protect citizens from harm, it is not uncommon to find members of the police abusing their power. Police can abuse their power in different ways; false arrests, unnecessary force, assault/battery, negligence, etc are all examples of police misconduct. … Read more »
What Is Police Abuse of Power? The function of the police is to maintain law and order within society and keep members of the public safe. Sometimes, however, police officers can abuse their positions of power and break the law. You could be eligible for compensation if you have been subject to police misconduct. Examples… Read more »
What Is Domestic Abuse? Domestic abuse is any controlling, threatening, coercive or violent behaviour by a partner, ex-partner or someone you live with. Anyone can be a victim of domestic abuse, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, sexuality or background. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the lockdown measures exacerbated the risk for vulnerable people… Read more »
What is a personal injury claim? A personal injury claim is a legal case you can open if you have been injured in an accident and someone else is to blame. A personal injury claim is a legal process whereby the injured party seeks compensation from the other party who was responsible. Compensation money typically… Read more »
