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.
'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, $115,005 total settlements.
Medina vs. City of New York et al
Case # 15CV04866,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
First Amended Complaint,
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was approached by defendant Officers Rivera and Detective Bruce. They searched, handcuffed, and arrested the plaintiff. Defendant officers sent plaintiff to the 34th precinct and charged him with criminal sale of marijuana in the fourth degree, criminal possession of marijuana in the fifth degree, and unlawful possession of marijuana. The plaintiff was ultimately found not guilty on all charges.
West v. The City of New York
Case # 09CV09207,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$115,005 Settlement
Amended Complaint,
Stipulation