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Police Brutality Attorneys in Alabama

Police brutality attorneys represent people who were harmed by law enforcement officers who used more force than the situation required — including beatings, chokeholds, shootings, Taser deployments, K-9 attacks, and dangerous restraint techniques that cut off a person's ability to breathe. If you were seriously injured or a loved one was killed by an officer who went too far, these attorneys can investigate what happened, identify who is responsible, and fight to get you the justice and compensation you deserve.

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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.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury2 years

Ala. Code § 6-2-38(l)

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against Government180 days

Ala. Code § 11-47-23

Written notice of injury must be filed with the municipality within 6 months of the injury or it is barred.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Alabama has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.