Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - the alleged conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $32,500 total settlements.
Marte, Rufino vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 505508/2017,
Supreme Court - Kings, May 8, 2017, ended October 1, 2019
$15,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On December 26, 2015, plaintiff was falsely arrested at his place of work without a warrant or probable cause. Plaintiff and the supermarket where he worked were both searched and no contraband was found. Plaintiff was brought to the precinct for processing and falsely charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance. Plaintiff's case was adjourned in contemplation of dismissal.
Brown v. City of New York et al
Case # 12CV02677,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY
$17,500 Settlement
12-cv-02677-BMC stip.pdf,
12-cv-02677-BMC.pdf