James Loran Quinn v. Fresno County Sheriff, Fresno County Probation Department, David Alanis, Leonard Richert, Fresno County District Attorney, Fresno County Jail, et al. and Does 1 through 100, inclusive
Published: Sep. 29, 2012 | Result Date: Aug. 23, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 1:10-CV-01617-OWW-SMS Verdict – $425,000
Facts
Plaintiff was convicted of DUI and placed on formal probation. Under the terms of his probation, plaintiff was required to submit reports to the probation department demonstrating his progress. Defendant, a probation officer, subsequently arrested plaintiff for failing to submit his reports. During the arrest and plaintiff's incarceration, plaintiff attempted to explain to the probation officer that he possessed conformed copies of the submitted reports, but the probation officer refused to see the copies. Plaintiff also informed the probation officer that he needed his heart medication, but the probation officer ignored plaintiff, causing him to be hospitalized. Plaintiff sued defendants, alleging civil rights violations and false arrest when he was jailed despite completing all of his probation requirements.
Result
Verdict for plaintiff in the amount of $425,000.
Other Information
Attorney fees and costs are available under 42 U.S.C. 1983 and C.C. 52.1 (The Bane Act) via post-trial motion. Plaintiff is claiming approximately $320,000 for fees and costs.
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