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  • Our Panel Are SRA Regulated
  • No Win, No Fee Claims
  • Police Complaint Specialists
  • No Obligation Review Of Your Case
  • Stress-Free Service
  • Easy Claim Process

What Can You Claim For?

  • Assault and Excessive Use of Force
  • Unlawful Stop and Search
  • Injury During Arrest
  • Unlawful Imprisonment
  • Wrongful Arrest
  • Hit By Police Car
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Do You Want to Sue the Police?

If you believe you have been mistreated by the police, you have the right to take legal action and seek compensation. Police officers are entrusted to protect the public and uphold the law, but when they misuse their powers, it can lead to serious consequences for individuals.

Whether you have been wrongfully arrested, subjected to excessive force, or experienced a violation of your human rights, suing the police can help you hold them accountable. Taking legal action not only ensures you receive the justice you deserve but also helps prevent similar misconduct from happening to others.

Our panel of expert solicitors specialises in police misconduct claims and will guide you through the process with professionalism and support. We offer a No Win, No Fee service, meaning you have nothing to lose by pursuing your claim.


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Am I Eligible to Sue the Police?

To determine if you are eligible to sue the police, you should consider the following key questions:

  • Did the incident happen in the past 6 years?
    Claims related to police misconduct must generally be made within a six-year timeframe. If the event occurred more than six years ago, you may not be eligible to claim.

  • Were you convicted of the offence related to your complaint?
    Unfortunately, if you were convicted due to the incident, our legal panel cannot assist. 

  • Is there an ongoing criminal case related to your complaint?
    If there is an active criminal case, it may also affect your claim. We would advise waiting until the criminal case is concluded to get in touch. 

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Examples of Police Misconduct

This is by no means an exhaustive list of all the forms of Police misconduct but does show the most common cases which we are able to assist with:

Assault and excessive use of force
Injury during arrest
Wrongful arrest
Unlawful stop and search
Unlawful imprisonment
Trespass to property
Bites by Police dogs
Discrimination
Death whilst in custody
Data Protection Breach
Injury from excessive application of Pepper Spray or Taser
Breach of your Human Rights

If you have been a victim of any of the above, please get in touch with PoliceComplaint.co.uk to find out how we can help.

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Our Process

The Actions Against The Police Claim Process


  • 1 Initial Eligiblity Check Use our free tool to check if you are eligible to make a police claim.
  • 2 Case Assessment Our team will assess your case against the criteria set by our legal partners.
  • 3 Compensation Claim Once referred to our legal panel, they will manage your case and guide you through the process of claiming your Actions Against Police Compensation.
  • 4 Payout and Apology If successfuly, the compensation payout will be processed promptly ensuring you receive the support you deserve to cover any losses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is A Police Complaint?

A Police complaint is made when an individual approaches the Police force concerned, and most complaints are dealt with by the Police forces internal professional standards department.

However, if the complaint is of a more serious nature such as assault of Sexual assault, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) will be involved.

If you file a complaint in this way, it is possible that you will receive an apology if the Police officer is found to have carried out misconduct. However, this will not mean that you receive any compensation for the distress which has been caused.

Therefore, filing a complaint in this way is different to taking civil legal action against the Police. If you feel that you have been mistreated by the Police and an apology is not good enough, then please get in touch to see how we can assist in obtaining compensation for the pain you were caused.

What Is An Action Against The Police?

Unlike a complaint against the Police, an Action Against the Police is a civil claim which can be pursued through the courts. This is a Civil claim for compensation against the Police force. If our panel believe that you have a valid case for compensation, then your case will be handled on a no win no fee basis.

Our legal panel may also be able to assist with claims against other similar public bodies such as the Probation or Prison Services or the Court.

What Is The Timeline For Bringing A Claim Forward?

Depending on the type of claim you wish to bring there are time limits in which you must raise your claim against the Police.

Below is a guide for time limits of various claims

  1. Data Protection Breach - 6 years
  2. Unlawful arrest or false imprisonment - 6 Years
  3. Trespass on property or goods - 6 years
  4. Assault or personal injury- 3 years
  5. Breach of Human Rights - 12 months
  6. Discrimination - 6 months

What Will It Cost To Claim?

The PoliceComplaint.co.uk panel of solicitors may be able to bring your claim on a No Win No Fee Basis.

A No Win, No Fee agreement can also be called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). This is an arrangement between you and our legal panel, that means if your claim for compensation is unsuccessful, you will not have to pay any of our legal fees.

This means you do not pay any upfront costs for your claim, and our panel are willing to take the risk of earning nothing at all if we fail in your claim for compensation. 

There may be a cancellation fee if you cancel the claim after the 14-day cooling off period.

How Can PoliceComplaint.co.uk Help You?

If you consider you have experienced mistreatment or misconduct at the hands of the Police or other public bodies, then we can help. We will fight your corner to ensure that you receive the compensation which you deserve. 

Our panel of expert solicitors will assist you in obtaining evidence from the Police. They are experienced in bringing robust claims against the Police.

You can also rest assured that all of our panel are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).

What Can I Bring A Claim Forward For?

You can complain about police misconduct, negligence, abuse of power, false arrest, discrimination, excessive force, wrongful detention, or failure to investigate a crime properly.

Can I Sue The Police For Misconduct?

Yes, if you have been a victim of police negligence, wrongful arrest, excessive force, discrimination, or human rights violations, you may have grounds for a civil claim against the police.

How Do I Sue The Police?

Legal action against the police involves gathering evidence, filing a formal complaint, and potentially seeking legal representation from a solicitor specialising in police claims.

Our legal panel can guide you through suing the police. Simply use our free-to-use eligiblity checker online today to get started. 

How Much Compensation Can I Claim?

Compensation varies depending on the severity of the misconduct, including:

  • Wrongful arrest/detention – How long the detention was and the severity
  • Excessive force/injury – Based on medical impact
  • Malicious prosecution – Varies based on case facts
  • Failure to investigate – Compensation may depend on damages caused

Our legal panel can help determine how much you may be able to claim. Their claims often reach into the thousands of pounds. 

No Win No Fee - Sue The Police

Taking legal action against the police can feel overwhelming, but with our legal panel's No Win, No Fee agreement, you can pursue justice without financial risk. Our panel of expert solicitors specialise in police misconduct claims and will handle your case with professionalism and dedication – ensuring you do not pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful.

What Does No Win, No Fee Mean?

A No Win, No Fee agreement, also known as a conditional fee arrangement (CFA), means:

No Upfront Costs:

You do not need to pay anything to start your claim.

Risk-Free Process:

If your claim is unsuccessful, you won’t be charged for legal fees.

Pay Only When You Win:

Our panel's fees are covered by the police or relevant authorities if your case is successful.

This approach allows you to pursue legal action without the worry of costly expenses, giving you peace of mind while seeking the compensation and justice you deserve.

There may be a termination fee if you cancel your claim with a panel member after the cooling-off period which is 14 days.


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Police Complaint Figures

  • Increase in Complaints

In the 2023/24 period, there were 85,458 police complaint cases recorded, up from 81,142 in the previous year.

  • Nature of Complaints

The most commonly recorded complaint type related to delivery of duties and service, often involving issues like lack of updates or delays in responses.

  • Misconduct Proceedings

In the year ending 31 March 2023, a total of 51,605 police complaints involving 42,854 identifiable officers were finalized, encompassing 120,243 allegations.

  • Officers Dismissed

Between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024, 593 regular police officers were placed on the barred list following conduct hearings, an increase from 394 the previous year.

  • Criminal Convictions

More than 150 officers and staff were found guilty of crimes in the year leading up to April 2023, marking a 70% rise compared to the previous year.

These figures highlight the importance of addressing police misconduct and ensuring accountability within law enforcement agencies. If you believe you are eligible to sue the police, use our online checker now.


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