unlawful arrest

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Alvarado, who is seeking $1 million following her arrest, citing “the unconstitutional conduct, unlawful arrest, and the tortious conduct of Border Patrol and ICE agents,” said her daughter is healthy and growing.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2025

Jeremy Brooks and the city violated rights protecting against unlawful arrest and guaranteeing free speech.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2022

"Number two," he said, "someone needs to ask about this legal issue. If you can resist an unlawful arrest, can you resist an unpredicated investigation?"

From Fox News • Jun. 26, 2019

In addition, The Times found more than two dozen federal lawsuits in which U.S. citizens sued for unlawful arrest after ICE changed its policies in 2008 to prevent such detentions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2018

First one and then another ally was arrested, this performance culminating in the unlawful arrest of Mary Dreier, president of the League.

From The Trade Union Woman by Henry, Alice