Civil Rights Attorneys in Arizona
Civil rights attorneys handle cases where government officials — including police officers, correctional staff, and other public employees — violated your constitutional rights. These cases are most commonly brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, the federal law that allows individuals to sue state and local government officials personally for constitutional violations. Whether you were beaten, falsely arrested, denied due process, or targeted because of who you are, a civil rights attorney can help you hold the government accountable.
AttorneyQuacy Smith
Quacy Smith is a Georgia-based civil rights attorney with a dedicated focus on holding law enforcement and government entities accountable for constitutional violations. With a practice centered on police misconduct, exc... Read More →
Law FirmRobbins Curtin Millea & Showalter, LLC
Robbins Curtin Millea & Showalter, LLC is a civil rights and personal injury law firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, with a strong focus on holding government entities and law enforcement agencies accountable for constitutio... Read More →
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-542
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-821.01
Notice of claim must be filed within 180 days of the event giving rise to the claim. Failure to comply is a complete bar.
Arizona has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.