Malicious prosecution
We place a lot of trust in the law to be fair and just. When the police or other prosecuting authorities abuse their power, it can have a devastating effect on your life.
What is malicious prosecution?
Malicious prosecution is different from simply being wrongly accused of a crime – there must be evidence of deliberate malice on the part of the police. You might have a claim if you’ve been the victim of:
- Evidence being fabricated against you
- Insubstantial evidence being used without full investigation
- False accusations (for example: that you assaulted a police officer when in fact they assaulted you).
You might be able to get compensation for damage to your reputation and/or property, lost earnings, and legal costs incurred in defending yourself.
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Our team are here to ensure people receive the care, respect, and advocacy they deserve.
Who can make a claim for malicious prosecution?
You might be able to claim compensation for malicious prosecution if:
- Your prosecution resulted in an acquittal
- You’ve successfully appealed a conviction.
We must be able to prove the ‘malice’ wasn’t just spite, but a deliberate and ongoing attempt to prosecute you unfairly. And it needs to have caused actual damage to you, your reputation, or your property.
Our solicitors have brought claims against almost every major police force in England and Wales. We’ll fight to get you the justice you deserve and the best outcome possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
There are strict time limits in place. You have 6 years to make a claim for wrongful arrest or false imprisonment, 3 years to make a personal injury claim, and only 1 year to make a complaint against the police. There may be exceptions if you’re claiming on behalf of a child, or bringing a claim on behalf of someone without the mental capacity to bring their own.
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