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.
'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 3 known lawsuits, $25,000 total settlements.
Houston, Arthur vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV04993,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, September 29, 2015, ended September 6, 2016
$2,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On May 17, 2013, plaintiff was inside of the premises located in King's County when defendant detectives entered premises and placed plaintiff under arrest. Plaintiff was handcuffed and taken to central booking. Plaintiff was charged with unlawful possession of a handgun. All charges were eventually dismissed.
Holford v. City of New York et al
Case # 10CV03529,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY
$12,500 Settlement
Amended Complaint,
Stipulation
Williams v. The City of New York et al
Case # 11CV02946,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY
$10,000 Settlement
First Amended Complaint