Do I have grounds for a civil suit against my local police department?

[willmj96]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NYS

I have proof that a police officer had pulled me over and issued me 3 tickets with retaliatory animus, due to an un-related personal issue. I went to court and was found guilty of one of the three tickets "improper signal". I was fined 140$, and acquired 2 points on my license. I would like to make sure that guy is held accountable for his actions. I understand that an arrestee has a constitutional right to be freed from police action that was motivated by retaliatory animus, even if probable cause existed. Im not sure if I should go after the police department, or the officer. Any questions please ask.

 

[Zigner]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? NYS

I have proof that a police officer had pulled me over and issued me 3 tickets with retaliatory animus, due to an un-related personal issue. I went to court and was found guilty of one of the three tickets "improper signal". I was fined 140$, and acquired 2 points on my license. I would like to make sure that guy is held accountable for his actions. I understand that an arrestee has a constitutional right to be freed from police action that was motivated by retaliatory animus, even if probable cause existed. Im not sure if I should go after the police department, or the officer. Any questions please ask.

You were found GUILTY. No, you can't sue

 

[HighwayMan]

Sounds like a plea bargain was reached and you took it. Is that the case?

Regardless, if you're guilty then you have no basis for a lawsuit.

Just because I personally know and hate you doesn't mean I can't stop you and write you tickets if I observe violations. You're assuming that you have immunity from prosecution if this officer is involved? I hardly think so.

 

[willmj96]

Re

I did not take a plea bargain. Two of the tickets were correctable equipment violations. I got them signed off on, and dismissed.

 

[HighwayMan]

Okay, so you were adjudicated guilty of the more serious moving violation.

The rest of my last post stands.