Section 1983 is the primary federal statute that allows individuals to seek redress when state or local officials violate rights protected by the United States Constitution.
Yes. The right to free speech includes the freedom to record public officials, and this right is protected and enforceable under Section 1983.
Individuals can seek both monetary damages and injunctive relief when their constitutional rights have been violated by government actors.
These claims are typically brought in federal court, as Section 1983 is a federal statute addressing violations of constitutional rights.
These cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. Clients pay no attorney’s fees unless a recovery is obtained.
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