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.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $175,000 total settlements.
Chiclana et al v. The City of New York et al
Case # 09CV00623,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$25,000 Settlement
Amended Complaint
White v. City of New York et al
Case # 09CV06263,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$150,000 Settlement
Complaint