Police Conduct Concerns Raised

Summary

If your partner was arrested without being informed of charges, it may violate legal rights. Consider consulting a Missouri attorney for guidance on police conduct and potential legal actions. Miranda rights must be read if in custody and interrogated. Inhumane treatment can be contested.

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Yesterday evening, my partner called me down to Smithville, MO because he had driven through the local McDonald's wall, halfway into the building. Law enforcement arrived, immediately treating him as a threat and disregarded any possibility other than that he was to be treated as a piece of trash. Searching his person, they had his pants nearly around his knees exposing him to the public all around.
That sounds like a distressing situation. Has your partner been charged with any offenses related to this incident?
The EMTs then took him to the hospital after the officers stated his Miranda's and told him he was under arrest, but no charges were stated or given to him.
It sounds like a troubling experience. Generally, when someone is arrested, they must be informed of the charges against them within a reasonable time. Here are some key points to consider:
- Miranda Rights: These must be read if the person is in custody and interrogated.
- Charges: Must be informed promptly.
- Treatment: Inhumane or degrading treatment can be contested.
Would you like to know the steps to take if charges are not promptly stated?