Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'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.
Shepard, Shaquita vs P.O. Hudson, Devon, et al.
Case # 15CV03295,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, November 20, 2015, ended January 7, 2016
$7,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Defendant Officers approached the plaintiff in street. When the plaintiff offered to have her purse searched, the defendants arrested her and brought her to the 81st precinct. She was issued a DAT for possession of marijuana, which was later dismissed.