Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unable to Determine': The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusions.
D., M., Infant By Mng Magarino, Melissa vs Police Officer Dupont, et al.
Case # 713410/2017,
Supreme Court - Queens, October 6, 2017, ended March 20, 2025
Zero Disposition
Complaint
Description: On September 25, 2016, while present at a shopping mall located at 8000 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, NY, thirteen year old infant Plaintiff D M was unlawfully stopped, searched, detained, handcuffed and arrested by NYPD Officer DUPONT, LT. MICHAEL FAULK, and two unidentified officers of the 104th Precinct. The complaint does not state the length of Plaintiff's detention and only alleges emotional and reputation damages.