Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'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.
'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.
Hilaire, Ebony vs Mims, Erika, et al.
Case # 15CV00748,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, February 19, 2015, ended January 5, 2016
Zero Disposition
Complaint
Description: On July 3, 2014, Hilaire was sitting in front of her house in Brooklyn. An NYPD vehicle ulled up and defendants exited the vehicle and ran down the street. Hilaire went into her home and entered her bedroom alone. Five minutes later, P.O.s, including Sgt. Comas, Lieutenant Lee, officers Mims and Garrett, unlawfully entered her bedroom, handcuffed her, and placed her under arrest without probable cause. P.O.s, including Lee and Mims, conveyed false information to have Hilaire prosecuted for obstructing governmental administration. Hilaire was unlawfully held in police custody for 24 hours and arraigned on those charges. Hilaire ultimately accepted an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal and admitted no wro...