Sexual Assault Ignored in Family Court
Earlier this week, a video went viral depicting an ignored alleged sexual assault claim and potentially illegal arrest within the presence of a family court judge in Nevada. The woman in the video claimed a court marshal sexually assaulted her during a supposed search for contraband. The alleged victim alerted the judge of the sexual assault but rather than make any comment, the judge remained silent while the alleged perpetrator arrested the woman for “false allegations made against a police officer.” News agencies have found no such law that would support this arrest.
The marshal attempted to have the woman recant the story in front of the judge in lieu of arrest. The woman initially says the story was a lie, but eventually breaks down and says, “You put me in a room. You asked me to lift up my shirt without a witness.” At that point the marshal said “OK, take her to jail” in front of the judge and the woman’s minor daughter.
During the hearing, the judge makes no comments regarding the situation and actually turns her chair away from the alleged victim and marshal at various times.
The marshal was eventually fired after an investigation by internal affairs.
Abuse of power by an official to take advantage of an individual is never something that a person should be forced to tolerate. The attorneys at Bailey & Greer have had the privilege to represent the victims of civil rights abuses in order to ensure that perpetrators, and the agencies giving them their power, are brought to justice. If you have been the victim of the abuse of your civil rights, call the experienced attorneys at Baily & Greer today at 901-680-9777 for a free consultation.
Since graduating magna cum laude in 2005 from the University of Memphis School of Law, Thomas has helped make a difference in the lives of victims of serious personal injury, wrongful death, and professional negligence. Thomas has extensive trial experience in both state and federal court. Among other victories in the courtroom, Thomas obtained several impressive jury verdicts and settlements
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