Civil rights cases involve violations of constitutional rights by agents of the state or federal government. Examples of civil rights cases include the denial of free speech rights by the state or federal government, the denial of Due Process rights, and violations of civil rights by police officers or other governmental officials. Both West Virginia and federal law provides remedies for those whose civil rights have been violated.
The laws discussed are general summaries. Individuals who need legal advice should contact an attorney for further information in order to determine what laws apply to their specific situations.
