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Barbara Lopez Payan v. Caitlin A. Freshwater
Date: 11-07-2025
Case Number: CV202403217
Judge: Timothy J. Ryan
Court: Superior Court, Maricopa County, Arizona
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Defendant's Attorney: City of Glendale Legal Department
In June 2023, Officer Freshwater approached Payan and her two dogs at a police station. After their encounter, Freshwater wrote in a police report that one of Payan's dogs needed "immediate medical attention." The report also stated that Payan "could not hold a conversation," her thoughts were "all over the place," and she was "delusional."
Payan was subsequently involuntarily committed to a mental health institution. During her commitment, her two dogs were released to the Humane Society. One dog was euthanized, and the other was placed for adoption.
In August 2024, Payan filed a document with the Glendale Police Department that the trial court treated as a notice of claim. In November 2024, Payan filed this lawsuit against Officer Freshwater, attempting to allege defamation, false imprisonment, abuse of a vulnerable adult, loss of property for the loss of her dogs, and violations of several criminal statutes. The trial court granted Freshwater's motion to dismiss
Affirmed
About This Case
What was the outcome of Barbara Lopez Payan v. Caitlin A. Freshwater?
The outcome was: Motion to dismiss granted. Affirmed
Which court heard Barbara Lopez Payan v. Caitlin A. Freshwater?
This case was heard in Superior Court, Maricopa County, Arizona, AZ. The presiding judge was Timothy J. Ryan.
Who were the attorneys in Barbara Lopez Payan v. Caitlin A. Freshwater?
Plaintiff's attorney: Click Here For The Best Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer Directory. Defendant's attorney: City of Glendale Legal Department.
When was Barbara Lopez Payan v. Caitlin A. Freshwater decided?
This case was decided on November 7, 2025.