Civil Rights Violations

Your Civil Rights

The First Amendment: Guarantees the freedom of speech and provides protection against retaliation. Additionally, incarcerated persons have a First Amendment right of access to the courts to prove their innocence or the wrongfulness of their conviction.

The Fourth Amendment: Protects against illegal searches and seizures, as well as police brutality. Unlawful arrests and wrongful conviction cases often involve violations of an individual’s rights under the Fourth Amendment, as well as the Fourteenth Amendment’s Due Process Clause.

Equal Protection and the Civil Rights Act of 1964: Provides protection from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.

Experienced Civil Rights Attorneys

Civil rights litigation is highly specialized. If the civil rights of you or a loved one have been violated, whether by police misconduct or by some other means, you should consult with an experienced civil rights attorney.

Olson Law focuses its practice on the vindication of civil rights violations, with emphasis on police misconduct and wrongful incarceration cases. Claims involving other civil rights violations, including those against those in the LGBTQ+ community, would also be considered by Olson Law.