Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The 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' - 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.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $52,500 total settlements.
Rodriguez, Ryan vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV02328,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, April 24, 2013, ended July 16, 2015
$45,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On April 29, 2012, the Plaintiff was wrongfully arrested for assaulting a civilian, obstructing governmental administration, resisting arrest, and possessing a weapon. The Plaintiff was detained for over 24 hrs. After multiple court appearances, all charges were dropped a month later.
Newton, Wayne vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 304260/2012,
Supreme Court - Bronx, August 24, 2012, ended March 19, 2013
$7,500 Settlement
Complaint,
Stipulation