Pulling out your phone to video record is common when we see something happening. This often occurs when we see a conflict or a situation that may escalate. It is easy to do since most people carry a video recording device in their pocket most of the time. We have all been witness to viral …
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Did you know you can make a complaint against law enforcement? Filing a complaint is one way to ensure that departments are aware of a police officer’s misconduct that could possibly lead to corrective action. Under California Penal Code Section 832.5, each law enforcement agency is required to establish a procedure to receive and investigate …
At Greg Peacock Law, we understand that most people have never been involved in a police misconduct incident and it can be an overwhelming experience to navigate. For many of our clients, pursuing a lawsuit against the police can be confusing and intimidating. That is why we offer free consultations to police misconduct victims and …
On September 8 2021, California Legislature passed SB 2, The Kenneth Ross Jr. Police Decertification Act of 2021, that will implement a decertification process for violence-prone officers The bill is now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom, who helped broker the bill, and it expected to be passed into law in the upcoming weeks. California was …
We all have been witness to some form of police misconduct. Whether it be in a video shared on social media, a news story or in person — we all know what it looks like when police misconduct has taken place. When it happens to you, it can be a frightening and unnerving experience. Feelings …
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If you are not familiar with the law it can be confusing to know what certain legal terms mean for you and your case. We have included a “Legal Terms Glossary” below to help you quickly identify any unknown legal terms to keep you up to speed on your legal matters. This glossary is from …
Greg Peacock Law, formerly Law Offices of Gregory Peacock, has recently undergone a brand revamp including a new logo and website, www.gregpeacocklaw.com. Attorney Greg Peacock will continue to focus on civil rights litigation, with an emphasis in police misconduct cases. Greg Peacock Law is located in Newport Beach, CA and serves clients in Southern California …
