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Your Constitutional Rights

The Constitution protects you from government overreach. When officials violate these rights, federal law provides a remedy.

Fourth Amendment

Protection against unreasonable searches, seizures, and excessive force by law enforcement.

Fourteenth Amendment

Due process and equal protection under the law—fundamental rights that apply to everyone.

Section 1983 Claims

The federal statute that allows you to sue government officials for constitutional violations.

Civil Rights in Comanche County

Lawton and Comanche County have multiple law enforcement agencies—and multiple opportunities for misconduct.

Lawton Police Department

We challenge excessive force, wrongful arrests, and other misconduct by Lawton PD in federal court.

Comanche County Sheriff

Sheriff's deputies and Comanche County Detention Center staff must also respect constitutional rights.

Western District Court

Federal civil rights cases are filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma.

Civil Rights Cases We Handle

  • Police Brutality & Excessive Force

    Beatings, shootings, and violent misconduct by Lawton PD and county deputies.

  • Wrongful Arrest

    False arrests, fabricated charges, and prosecutions without probable cause.

  • Jail Abuse & Medical Neglect

    Inmate deaths, denial of medical care, and unconstitutional conditions.

  • First Amendment Violations

    Retaliation for protected speech and other free speech violations.

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What We Fight For

Monetary Relief

  • Compensatory damages
  • Emotional distress
  • Punitive damages
  • Attorney's fees

Systemic Change

  • Policy reforms
  • Officer discipline
  • Public accountability
  • Deterrence

Relevant Insight: Understanding Section 1983 Claims

Learn how federal civil rights lawsuits work against government actors.

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Related Insight

Qualified immunity is the biggest obstacle in Comanche County excessive force cases. Understanding how the Tenth Circuit applies this doctrine — and how to overcome it — is essential when suing Lawton PD or county deputies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If you're searching for a civil rights lawyer near you in Lawton or Comanche County, look for an attorney with federal court experience and a track record of holding government officials accountable. Addison Law Firm handles Section 1983 cases throughout Oklahoma.
Section 1983 allows individuals to sue government officials who violate constitutional rights while acting 'under color of law.' This is the primary tool for holding police and jail officials accountable.
You can sue municipalities under a 'Monell' claim if city or county policies or failure to train caused your injury. We investigate patterns of misconduct to build these claims.
Compensatory damages for injuries and emotional distress, punitive damages in egregious cases, and attorney's fees paid by the defendant if you prevail.
Federal civil rights claims borrow Oklahoma's 2-year statute of limitations. Don't delay—evidence disappears and memories fade.

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