Were your civil rights violated during an arrest? Contact our Chicago civil rights defense attorney at 312-229-0050 for help with your case.Call our firm to schedule a free initial consultation at (312) 212-1200, or fill out the form below. First, you generally have two years from the date of the arrest to file a civil rights false arrest case in federal court. If the arrest is illegal, you are entitled to bring a lawsuit against the law enforcement officer for false arrest. If you have been falsely accused or arrested for a crime you did not commit, our North Brook lawyer can help. You have the right to remain silent if police try to question you about a crime. Anything you say can and will be used against you in court. Prosser, Torts, Section 11 at 50 (5th ed. 1984). Unlawful detention following an arrest or inquisition may constitute false imprisonment.