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A local man is suing the New Braunfels Police Department over a messy traffic stop that he claims led to a wrongful arrest. This case is putting a spotlight on police conduct and raising questions about how much taxpayer money the city might lose in legal fees.
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The city could be on the hook for hefty legal defense fees and potential settlement payouts that come straight out of the public budget.
The plaintiff and his legal team stand to gain if they can prove the department violated his rights.
Local taxpayers are the ones who ultimately foot the bill for these legal battles, regardless of the outcome.
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Lawsuit accuses New Braunfels police of false arrest, rights violations San Antonio Express-News