Police Misconduct & Government Liability
When the system fails, we step in. At the Law Offices of Jake Erwin, we represent people whose civil rights have been violated by law enforcement or government agencies in South Carolina. Jake Erwin has never backed down from holding those in power accountable — because justice demands it. We fight for the rights of the oppressed, the unheard, and those who have been wronged by the institutions meant to protect them.
Standing Up Against Abuse of Power
We have represented clients in some of the most high-profile police misconduct and government liability cases in the state. Jake Erwin has become known as one of the few attorneys willing to take on powerful institutions — including sheriffs’ offices and state agencies — when civil rights are violated.
Notable Cases
- Client bodycam case involving excessive force and arrest without probable cause (YouTube)
- Landmark civil forfeiture exposure in South Carolina
- Deputy fired after unlawful arrest captured on video
- Transparency lawsuit filed against Operation Rolling Thunder
- Lawsuit filed after deputy choked suspect on video
- Case dismissed after use of K-9 raised serious misconduct concerns
Types of Civil Rights Cases We Handle
- Excessive force and police brutality
- False arrest or unlawful detention
- Unlawful search and seizure
- Malicious prosecution
- Prison or jail neglect
- Retaliation for protected speech or protest
Your Rights Under the Constitution
All individuals are protected under the U.S. Constitution, including the rights to due process, freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures, and freedom of expression. When law enforcement crosses the line, legal action may be your only way to seek justice and expose wrongdoing.
Fighting Qualified Immunity and Bureaucratic Stonewalling
Many government liability cases involve hurdles like qualified immunity or restricted access to records. Our firm knows how to navigate these challenges — using legal tools and public pressure to uncover the truth.
Why People Call Jake Erwin
Because he doesn’t flinch when the stakes are high. Because he believes in people over power. Because he’s earned a reputation in Greenville and beyond for standing up when others stand down.
Get a Voice. Get a Fighter.
If you’ve been mistreated by law enforcement or a government agency, talk to a civil rights attorney who has taken these battles to the front page — and to the courtroom. Contact us today for a confidential, no-pressure consultation.
