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.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Cespedes, Jose vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV06575,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, August 18, 2014, ended September 8, 2016
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On May 14, 2012 plaintiff Jose Cespedes was having drinks when an argument ensues between the plaintiff and friends. When the police arrive on the scene they arrested and assaulted the plaintiff, resulting in a hospital visit for several bruised/fractured ribs. He has a permanent scar on his wrist from the handcuffs. The plaintiff was incarcerated for approximately 48 hours.