Police Brutality Attorneys in Maine
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.
AttorneyBraden A. Beard
Braden A. Beard is a civil rights attorney with a focus on representing individuals who have suffered violations of their constitutional rights at the hands of law enforcement and government officials. His practice is de... Read More →
AttorneyTravis M. Brennan
Travis M. Brennan is a civil rights attorney based in California with a practice focused on representing individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by law enforcement and government officials. He has dedi... 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.
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, § 752
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, § 8107
Notice of claim against a governmental entity must be filed within 180 days of the act or omission under the Maine Tort Claims Act.
Maine has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.