Frank Carter, Civil Rights Violation, Texas 2013

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Laredo Police Officer Frank Carter Pleads Guilty to Deprivation of Civil Rights

A former Laredo Police Department officer has admitted to using unjustified and unlawful force against a handcuffed arrestee. Frank Carter, 43, entered a guilty plea today in federal court to violating the civil rights of an individual in his custody.

The incident occurred on May 26, 2012, when Carter struck a male victim who was handcuffed and detained in the backseat of his patrol car. The victim remained handcuffed during the entire incident and never resisted or attempted to harm Carter.

Rear-facing dash camera audio and video recordings revealed Carter yelled obscenities at the victim while punching him in the head and body. Carter also repeatedly slammed the victim’s face into the back of the seat. The Justice system will continue to prosecute law enforcement officers who violate the constitutional rights of individuals in their custody.

Carter’s guilty plea was accepted by U.S. District Judge Diana Saldana. A presentence report is due April 11, 2013, at which time she will set a sentencing date and decide whether to accept the plea. If she accepts the plea, Carter will face a maximum of 10 years in prison. He was permitted to remain on bond pending the hearing.

The case was investigated by the FBI and Texas Rangers. Assistant United States Attorney Ruben R. Perez and Civil Rights Division Trial Attorneys Ryan Murguia and Christopher Lomax are prosecuting the case.

Frank Carter, a former Laredo Police Department officer, has been charged with deprivation of civil rights. Carter’s real full name is Frank Carter. He is currently facing a maximum of 10 years in prison for violating the civil rights of an individual in his custody.

This case highlights the importance of ensuring that law enforcement officers uphold the constitutional rights of individuals in their custody. The Justice system will continue to prosecute officers who engage in such behavior.