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.
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Lee et al v. The City of New York et al
Case # 12CV02020,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$50,000 Settlement
Complaint,
Stipulation
Description: Defendant Officers Candela, Ramirez and others brutally assaulted and pepper sprayed Plaintiffs on the street and then charged them with Dis Con and Resisting Arrest, which were later dismissed.