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Challenging arrests covers civil claims for unlawful or improper police detention, including false imprisonment and abuses of power such as unlawful arrest or excessive use of force. A solicitor in this area helps clients issue a claim in the County Court or High Court, collect key evidence (witness statements, custody records, CCTV), identify the correct defendant (police authority or individual officer), value the claim, and pursue remedies such as damages or apologies, often through settlement discussions or court proceedings.
The decision to pursue an arrest challenge turns on whether detention fell outside lawful authority, breached rights under the Human Rights Act, or involved procedural failings. A solicitor protects the client by assembling regulated professional processes, handling court filings, and guiding potential remedies like damages, with attention to deadlines and evidential requirements.
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I was arrested by the police at my house for no reason, they took me to the police station and left me in the cells for hours. As soon as I contacted Johnsons, I was interviewed within 20 minutes and an hour later I was released without charge.
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