Fighting for those whose constitutional rights have been violated by government institutions.
Civil rights violations by Oklahoma County institutions, OKC law enforcement, or state agencies deserve aggressive legal action. Colton Richardson handles civil rights cases throughout Oklahoma and has the track record to prove he can win them.
OKC civil rights cases may involve the Oklahoma County Jail (the subject of significant reform litigation), Oklahoma City Police Department, or state agencies. These cases are filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma (OKC) or Oklahoma County District Court.
Civil rights violations — including the denial of medical care to inmates, excessive force by law enforcement, and unconstitutional conditions of confinement — are among the most serious wrongs the legal system can address. Colton Richardson has secured multi-million dollar recoveries for civil rights victims in Oklahoma and is one of the few personal injury attorneys in the state who actively pursues these cases.
Medical records, photographs, witness statements, and any written communications are critical.
For prison/jail cases, you may need to file internal grievances before suing. An attorney can guide you through this.
Some government claims require notice within 180 days. Do not wait.
He handles civil rights cases statewide and has the experience to take on government defendants.
Civil rights claims against government actors in Oklahoma are typically brought under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, which allows individuals to sue state and local government officials for constitutional violations. Oklahoma also has state-level civil rights protections. These cases are complex — they involve qualified immunity defenses, notice requirements, and strict filing deadlines. Colton Richardson has the experience to navigate these challenges.
Colton Richardson handles civil rights cases throughout Oklahoma from his Tulsa office. He appears in both the Northern and Western Districts of Oklahoma federal courts.
Local Resources & Courts
U.S. District Court Western District of Oklahoma, Oklahoma County Jail, Oklahoma County District Court, OU Medical Center
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$4.0M
Settlement for the family of an inmate denied required medical care while in custody.
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