Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct 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' - The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusions.
Blount v. Puskas et al
Case # 16CV04505,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
Order/Judgment (Verdict)
Complaint
Description: Defendant Officers knocked on Plaintiffs door and then forcefully knocked him down when he answered and then arrested him for a robbery. The case against Plaintiff was later dismissed.