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Civil Rights Attorney

Civil rights violations represent some of the most serious injustices individuals can face. When government actors abuse their power, violate constitutional protections, or deny citizens their fundamental rights, victims need fearless advocates who aren’t intimidated by taking on the government.

At Mile High Legal, we level the playing field. We have the experience, resources, and determination necessary to take on police departments, government agencies, and municipal entities. We understand the complex federal and state laws that govern civil rights claims, and we’re prepared to fight tirelessly to vindicate your rights and seek the justice you deserve.

Tell Us About Your Case

Civil rights violations often occur during some of the most traumatic moments in a person’s life. Whether you’ve suffered physical injury from excessive force, been subjected to an unlawful search, or witnessed police misconduct, these experiences can leave lasting emotional and physical scars.

Our approach combines aggressive legal advocacy with genuine compassion for what you’ve endured. We understand that civil rights cases aren’t just about legal principles – they’re about real people whose lives have been forever changed by government overreach and misconduct.

Your rights matter, and we’re here to defend them with the full force of our legal expertise and unwavering commitment to justice.

What types of Civil Law cases do we take?

Police Excessive Force

When law enforcement officers use more force than is reasonably necessary to accomplish a lawful purpose, they violate your constitutional rights. Mile High Legal represents victims of police brutality and excessive force throughout Colorado. We handle cases involving:

  • Unreasonable use of deadly force
  • Excessive physical force during arrests
  • Improper use of tasers and other weapons
  • Police shootings and beatings
  • Use of force against restrained or compliant individuals
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The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and Article II, Section 7 of the Colorado Constitution protect your right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. Police officers must have probable cause and, in most cases, a warrant to search your person, vehicle, or property. Mile High Legal represents individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated through:

  • Warrantless searches of homes and vehicles
  • Searches based on invalid or defective warrants
  • Unlawful traffic stops and vehicle searches
  • Illegal seizure of property
  • Searches exceeding the scope of consent or a warrant

Being arrested or detained without probable cause is a serious violation of your constitutional rights. Mile High Legal represents clients who have been falsely arrested, wrongfully detained, or imprisoned without legal justification. We handle cases involving:

  • Arrests without probable cause
  • Malicious prosecution
  • Wrongful detention
  • Fabrication of evidence

Legal Framework: Fighting for Your Rights

Federal Civil Rights Claims Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983

Mile High Legal has extensive experience litigating civil rights cases under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the primary federal statute for vindicating constitutional rights. Section 1983 allows individuals to sue government officials, including police officers, who violate their constitutional rights under color of state law. We bring § 1983 claims for violations including:

  • Fourth Amendment violations (excessive force, unlawful searches and seizures)
  • Due process violations
  • First Amendment retaliation

Section 1983 provides a powerful tool for holding government officials accountable when they abuse their authority and violate fundamental constitutional protections.

Colorado Civil Rights Act: C.R.S. § 13-21-131

Mile High Legal is at the forefront of utilizing Colorado’s groundbreaking civil rights statute, C.R.S. § 13-21-131, which provides even stronger protection than federal law in many cases. Under this statute, a peace officer who subjects an individual to a deprivation of any individual right secured by the Bill of Rights, Article II of the Colorado Constitution, is liable to the individual whose rights were violated.

To prove a claim under Section 13-21-131, we must establish that there was a violation of a right embodied in the Bill of Rights of the Colorado Constitution. The statute covers violations including:

  • Violations of the right to be free from unreasonable searches under Article II, Section 7 of the Colorado Constitution
  • Use of excessive force
  • Unlawful seizures of persons or property
  • Other constitutional violations protected under Colorado’s Bill of Rights

One significant advantage of Section 13-21-131 is that prevailing plaintiffs are entitled to recover their attorneys’ fees and costs. This means that when we successfully prove your case, the defendants are responsible for paying our legal fees, making justice more accessible to those who have been wronged.

Colorado courts have interpreted Section 13-21-131 favorably for plaintiffs in recent years, strengthening accountability for peace officers who violate constitutional rights. Our firm stays current with these developments and leverages both federal and state law to provide the strongest possible representation for our clients.

Why Choose Mile High Legal?

Civil rights violations are serious abuses of power. If you have experienced excessive force, unlawful detention, or another violation of your constitutional rights, you need a Colorado attorney who knows how to hold law enforcement and government entities accountable for constitutional violations.

At Mile High Legal, we represent individuals whose rights have been violated by law enforcement and government entities. Our attorneys bring deep knowledge of civil rights law and are prepared to fight aggressively for justice, including taking cases to trial when necessary.

We handle civil rights cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay no attorneys’ fees unless we recover compensation for you. Additionally, when we successfully prove a claim under C.R.S. § 13-21-131, the defendants are responsible for paying our attorneys’ fees and costs. This fee structure ensures that everyone has access to quality legal representation, regardless of their financial circumstances.

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