Malicious Prosecution Attorneys in Albany, NY 

Falsely Accused? Here’s How It Can Wreck Your Life 

Being accused of a crime you didn’t commit is unfair and devastating. Suddenly, you’re the bad guy. People whisper. Employers hesitate. Even close friends might start keeping their distance. It’s exhausting, humiliating, and honestly? Just plain terrifying.  

If you’ve been the victim of a malicious prosecution lawsuit, the Albany civil rights lawyers at Horn Wright, LLP, are ready to protect your rights. We know how much damage it can do to your life. Even if the case gets dropped, the damage lingers. Don't let the person who put you through this nightmare walk away without consequences. 

Your Rights After a False Accusation in Albany 

If someone falsely accused you and dragged you through the legal system, you’ve got legal rights. In New York, you can file a malicious prosecution lawsuit to hold whoever wrongfully accused you accountable. 

To win, you’ve got to prove: 

• The charges against you were bogus. The case was weak from the start. There was no real reason for you to be charged. 
• You walked away clean. The case ended in your favor—whether that’s a dismissal, dropped charges, or a full acquittal. 
• They had bad intentions. This wasn’t some simple mistake. The person who accused you knew they were lying and did it anyway. 
• You suffered real harm. Maybe you lost your job, struggled to sleep, or felt humiliated every time you walked outside. That’s real damage—and you deserve justice. 

If you’ve faced wrongful criminal charges, the law is on your side. Our Albany civil rights lawyers can guide you from start to finish in protecting your rights. You don’t have to sit back and accept the consequences of someone else’s lies. 

Wrongful Arrest or Malicious Prosecution—What’s the Difference? 

The police threw you in cuffs. The whole experience was humiliating. But was it a wrongful arrest or malicious prosecution? There’s a big difference. 

Wrongful Arrest or False Arrest. This happens when the police had no reason to arrest you in the first place. Maybe they got bad information. Maybe they just jumped to conclusions. Either way, they had no probable cause, but arrested you anyway. You may have grounds for a false arrest lawsuit to fight back. 

Malicious Prosecution – This is worse. It means someone, whether a cop, prosecutor, or even a private citizen, knew you were innocent but still pushed charges against you. 

Either way? It’s unacceptable. And our malicious prosecution lawyers will help you set the record straight. 

Want to Win? Here’s What Makes a Strong Case 

You can’t just say you were wrongfully accused—you’ve need to prove it. That’s where we come in. 

Here’s what makes a rock-solid malicious prosecution lawsuit: 

• You were cleared. If the case was dismissed or you were found not guilty, you’re already halfway there. 
• The charges were nonsense. If the case was weak from the start, that’s a big red flag that you were wrongfully targeted. 
• There was bad intent. Was the accuser acting out of revenge? Did the police ignore clear evidence? We’ll connect the dots. 
• You suffered. Whether it’s money, stress, or damage to your reputation, you deserve to be compensated for what you went through. 

If your case involves prosecutorial misconduct claims, we’ll take the fight straight to those responsible. No one—not even the government—should get away with abusing the system. 

Can You Sue a Private Citizen for Malicious Prosecution? Absolutely. 

A lot of people think malicious prosecution cases only apply to cops or prosecutors—but that’s not true. Ordinary people can be held accountable too. If someone, be it an ex, a coworker, or a neighbor lied to get you arrested, you have every right to sue them. The civil rights attorneys at Horn Wright, LLP, are ready to fight aggressively to protect your rights. 

People shouldn’t be able to weaponize the legal system against you. And when they do? They shouldn’t get away with it. 

Malicious Prosecution vs. False Arrest—Which One Screwed You Over? 

Still not sure what happened to you? Let’s break it down. 

• False Arrest: The cops threw you in cuffs without cause. Maybe they got bad info, or maybe they just didn’t care about getting the facts straight. Either way, you never should’ve been detained. 
• Malicious Prosecution: The nightmare didn’t stop at the arrest. Someone—a cop, a prosecutor, even a private citizen—kept the case alive even when they knew you were innocent. 

Both are injustices. Both deserve serious legal action. 

Take Back Your Life—Let’s Get Started Today 

At Horn Wright, LLP, we’ll hold the people who did this accountable and get you the justice—and compensation—you deserve. We also take pride in being named one of the best law firms in America. Let us put our expertise to work for you. 

If you’ve suffered civil rights violations, our experienced Albany attorneys know how to fight back. We’ll build the strongest case possible, ensuring those who abuse the system are held responsible. The legal system failed you once. Don’t let it happen again. 

Contact our office today for a FREE consultation to get started on your case.