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This area covers when a person is detained by the police without lawful justification, i.e. false imprisonment or unlawful arrest. A solicitor in this field acts for the person who was detained, reviewing what happened, gathering evidence, and pursuing a claim for damages for the period of detention and any resulting harm. They advise on liability, collect witness statements, obtain police records, and draft and issue a claim in the county court or high court as appropriate, with support on settlement or trial. Proceedings can involve disclosure, medical evidence, and quantification of losses.
The key protection is that unlawful arrest or false imprisonment cannot be unchallenged; the client seeks compensation for the detention's consequences, including any physical or psychological harm, disruption to life, and financial loss. A solicitor provides regulated professional oversight, with accountability and client confidentiality, to ensure the claim follows the correct procedural steps and evidence is properly marshalled.
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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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