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.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Harris v. City of New York et al
Case # 15CV06341,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY
Original Complaint
Description: Defendant Officers Luppino and Brooks pulled over Plaintiff's car, claimed to smell marijuana, and arrested her and searched the car. One of the officers touched her inappropriately during the arrest. Plaintiff was placed in a police car without a seat belt and then brought on a radio run police chase, causing her to become injured. Plaintiff was then taken to the 121st Precinct and charged with marijuana possession.