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Shelby Welter, et a. v. Detective Janice Wilson, et al.
Date: 09-06-2025
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Court: United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas (Washington County)
Plaintiff's Attorney:
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Defendant's Attorney:
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Description:
Fayetteville, Arkansas personal injury lawyer represented the Plaintiff who sued on civil rights violation theories.
Concerned about illegal drug use in the home, Bella Vista Polce officers took three minor children of Shelby Welter, Dean Welter, and Stephanie Hutchins to the Children and Family Advocacy Center for forensic interviews. The three parents sued Detective Janice Wilson1 on behalf of themselves and the children, alleging the children were unlawfully seized in violation of the Fourth Amendmen.
Concerned about illegal drug use in the home, Bella Vista Polce officers took three minor children of Shelby Welter, Dean Welter, and Stephanie Hutchins to the Children and Family Advocacy Center for forensic interviews. The three parents sued Detective Janice Wilson1 on behalf of themselves and the children, alleging the children were unlawfully seized in violation of the Fourth Amendmen.
Outcome:
Summary judgment in favor of the Defendants based on qualified immunity.
Affirmed
Affirmed
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About This Case
What was the outcome of Shelby Welter, et a. v. Detective Janice Wilson, et al.?
The outcome was: Summary judgment in favor of the Defendants based on qualified immunity. Affirmed
Which court heard Shelby Welter, et a. v. Detective Janice Wilson, et al.?
This case was heard in United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas (Washington County), AR.
Who were the attorneys in Shelby Welter, et a. v. Detective Janice Wilson, et al.?
Plaintiff's attorney: Click Here For The Best Fayetteville Personal Injury Lawyer Directory. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Best Fayetteville Insurance Defense Lawyer Directory.
When was Shelby Welter, et a. v. Detective Janice Wilson, et al. decided?
This case was decided on September 6, 2025.