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.
'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.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $35,000 total settlements.
Morris, Randy vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV03799,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, July 13, 2015, ended September 2, 2015
$12,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Defendant Officers in unmarked vehicle pulled up to plaintiff in parked vehicle, and two plainclothes defendant officers approached plaintiff's vehicle. Defendant officers ordered plaintiff to exit his car, handcuffed him and searched his vehicle without his consent. Defendant Officers took plaintiff to the 84th precinct and searched him. The DA office declined to prosecute plaintiff for unspecified charges due to lack of evidence.
Friesdat, Looease vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV00625,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, January 31, 2014, ended July 15, 2014
$22,500 Settlement
Complaint