Flowers v. Fiore
RACIAL PROFILING. (2001-2004)
Federal lawsuit on behalf of an African-American man who was stopped in his car and detained at gunpoint by Westerly police in a case of “racial profiling.” The suit sought declaratory relief and compensatory and punitive damages.The lower court dismissed the suit, and the appellate court affirmed the dismissal. Cooperating Attorney: Thomas G. Briody
News Releases:
July 17, 2003 -- Appeal Filed in “Driving While Black” Lawsuit Against Westerly Police
February 25, 2004 -- Court Rejects Racial Profiling Appeal
Providence, RI 02903