About PoliceComplaint.co.uk

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Welcome to PoliceComplaint.co.uk, the UK's leading independent police complaint assessment and referral service.

Our mission is to ensure that individuals who have experienced police misconduct can seek the justice and compensation they deserve. We understand how stressful and complex it can be to take legal action against the police, which is why we provide an all-in-one solution to guide you through the claims process effortlessly.

We are committed to helping individuals hold the police accountable for wrongful actions, such as

  • Police Misconduct
  • Wrongful Arrests
  • Excessive Use of Force
  • Unlawful Detention
  • Breaches of Human Rights

Our Mission

At PoliceComplaint.co.uk, our goal is to provide expert advice, clear guidance, and unwavering support throughout your claim journey.

Whether you have been wrongfully arrested, unlawfully detained, or subjected to police misconduct, our expert panel of solicitors is here to assist you every step of the way.

We believe that no one should have to suffer due to police misconduct, and our service exists to empower individuals to take legal action confidently and effectively.


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What We Do

We work with a panel of fully vetted, expert solicitors specialising in police misconduct claims. Our process is simple and designed to remove the stress of legal proceedings.

Our panel can assist with claims such as:

  • Wrongful Arrest – Holding the police accountable for detaining you without lawful grounds.
  • Excessive Use of Force – Seeking compensation for injuries caused by police misconduct.
  • Unlawful Stop and Search – Challenging illegal searches and privacy violations.
  • Unlawful Detention – Fighting against unjustified imprisonment without due process.
  • Breach of Human Rights – Taking legal action for violations of fundamental rights and freedoms.

Our Process

The Actions Against The Police Claim Process


  • 1 Initial Eligiblity Check Use our free tool to check if you are eligible to make a police claim.
  • 2 Case Assessment Our team will assess your case against the criteria set by our legal partners.
  • 3 Compensation Claim Once referred to our legal panel, they will manage your case and guide you through the process of claiming your Actions Against Police Compensation.
  • 4 Payout and Apology If successfuly, the compensation payout will be processed promptly ensuring you receive the support you deserve to cover any losses.

Why Choose PoliceComplaint.co.uk?

  • No Win, No Fee – Pursue your claim without any financial risk.
  • Expert Panel – Fully vetted solicitors with a track record of success.
  • Dedicated Support – Comprehensive guidance throughout your claim journey.
  • Hassle-Free Process – We make it simple to start and progress your claim.

Fair & focused

We are an independent claim assessment and referral service.

Free Information Guides on Claims
Free Eligiblity Checks
Seamless Transfer To Our Legal Panel
Our Panel
Fully-Vetted Legal Firms
Expert Actions Against The Police Solicitors
Fight Your Corner For The Justice You Deserve

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is A Police Complaint?

A Police complaint is made when an individual approaches the Police force concerned, and most complaints are dealt with by the Police forces internal professional standards department.

However, if the complaint is of a more serious nature such as assault of Sexual assault, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) will be involved.

If you file a complaint in this way, it is possible that you will receive an apology if the Police officer is found to have carried out misconduct. However, this will not mean that you receive any compensation for the distress which has been caused.

Therefore, filing a complaint in this way is different to taking civil legal action against the Police. If you feel that you have been mistreated by the Police and an apology is not good enough, then please get in touch to see how we can assist in obtaining compensation for the pain you were caused.

What Is An Action Against The Police?

Unlike a complaint against the Police, an Action Against the Police is a civil claim which can be pursued through the courts. This is a Civil claim for compensation against the Police force. If our panel believe that you have a valid case for compensation, then your case will be handled on a no win no fee basis.

Our legal panel may also be able to assist with claims against other similar public bodies such as the Probation or Prison Services or the Court.

What Is The Timeline For Bringing A Claim Forward?

Depending on the type of claim you wish to bring there are time limits in which you must raise your claim against the Police.

Below is a guide for time limits of various claims

  1. Data Protection Breach - 6 years
  2. Unlawful arrest or false imprisonment - 6 Years
  3. Trespass on property or goods - 6 years
  4. Assault or personal injury- 3 years
  5. Breach of Human Rights - 12 months
  6. Discrimination - 6 months

What Will It Cost To Claim?

The PoliceComplaint.co.uk panel of solicitors may be able to bring your claim on a No Win No Fee Basis.

A No Win, No Fee agreement can also be called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). This is an arrangement between you and our legal panel, that means if your claim for compensation is unsuccessful, you will not have to pay any of our legal fees.

This means you do not pay any upfront costs for your claim, and our panel are willing to take the risk of earning nothing at all if we fail in your claim for compensation. 

There may be a cancellation fee if you cancel the claim after the 14-day cooling off period.

How Can PoliceComplaint.co.uk Help You?

If you consider you have experienced mistreatment or misconduct at the hands of the Police or other public bodies, then we can help. We will fight your corner to ensure that you receive the compensation which you deserve. 

Our panel of expert solicitors will assist you in obtaining evidence from the Police. They are experienced in bringing robust claims against the Police.

You can also rest assured that all of our panel are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA).

What Can I Bring A Claim Forward For?

You can complain about police misconduct, negligence, abuse of power, false arrest, discrimination, excessive force, wrongful detention, or failure to investigate a crime properly.

Can I Sue The Police For Misconduct?

Yes, if you have been a victim of police negligence, wrongful arrest, excessive force, discrimination, or human rights violations, you may have grounds for a civil claim against the police.

How Do I Sue The Police?

Legal action against the police involves gathering evidence, filing a formal complaint, and potentially seeking legal representation from a solicitor specialising in police claims.

Our legal panel can guide you through suing the police. Simply use our free-to-use eligiblity checker online today to get started. 

How Much Compensation Can I Claim?

Compensation varies depending on the severity of the misconduct, including:

  • Wrongful arrest/detention – How long the detention was and the severity
  • Excessive force/injury – Based on medical impact
  • Malicious prosecution – Varies based on case facts
  • Failure to investigate – Compensation may depend on damages caused

Our legal panel can help determine how much you may be able to claim. Their claims often reach into the thousands of pounds.