Verdict
IN THE FEDERAL COURT OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF REDMONT
VERDICT
AlexanderLove v. The Commonwealth of Redmont [2024] FCR 98
I. PLAINTIFF POSITION
1. The Plaintiff, AlexanderLove, claims his constitutional rights were violated when he was jailed for 30 minutes without the right to a trial. He further alleges unlawful arrest, trespassing, false imprisonment, and emotional distress caused by excessive force during the arrest, requesting compensatory, punitive, and emotional damages as well as legal fees.
II. DEFENDANT'S POSITION
1. The Defendant, the Commonwealth of Redmont, acknowledges the arrest was illegal and offered the required compensation of $1,800, which the Plaintiff refused. They argue the 30-minute jail time did not qualify for a trial under the law and dispute the claims of kidnapping, emotional distress, and legal fees, considering them exaggerated or unfounded.
III. THE COURT OPINION
1. This ruling is based on the evidence and arguments presented by the parties. At the time of this case, jail times exceeding 30 minutes required a trial. Since the sentence for three murders was exactly 30 minutes, no trial was required, and that claim is dismissed.
2. However, other claims are upheld. The arresting officer admitted under oath that he used a glitch to enter the Plaintiff's private property to make the arrest.
This conduct is not only highly improper but also a violation of the Plaintiff's rights under the Commonwealth’s Charter of Rights & Freedoms, specifically:
- Article XV: Every citizen has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure.
- Article XIV: Every citizen has the right to life, liberty, and security of the person, and the right not to be deprived thereof except in accordance with the principles of fundamental justice.
3. The officer's failure to secure an arrest warrant violated the Judicial Standards Act, and as an agent of the Commonwealth, the Commonwealth is held liable for these violations. The Plaintiff's claim of emotional distress is supported by the fact that the officer illegally entered his property and dragged him out of a three-story building.
IV. DECISION
In the matter of FCR 98, the court rules in favor of the Plaintiff.
- $1,800 in compensatory damages for the illegal arrest.
- $300 in compensatory damages for the wrongful murder fines.
- $15,000 in punitive damages.
- $10,000 in emotional damages.
- $8,040 in legal fees.
- The court directs the Department of Homeland Security to investigate the incident thoroughly and take appropriate measures to address any necessary training and disciplinary actions.
The Federal Court thanks all involved.