On this page, you'll find answers to frequently asked questions following the settlement reached in Progeny v. City of Wichita. This page is not a substitute for legal advice in your individual case.
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Last updated August 27, 2024
- A settlement has been reached with the City of Wichita (“the City”) in a class action lawsuit alleging that the Wichita Police Department (“WPD”), is violating Class Members’ Fourteenth and First Amendment rights by incorrectly including them in the WPD’s Gang List/Database as gang members or gang associates. The City denies that it is violating the rights of Plaintiffs or any other Class Member.
- You may be included in the settlement as a member of the Class if you are included in the WPD’s Gang List/Database as an Active or Inactive Gang Member or Gang Associate.
- The Court overseeing this case has approved the settlement. For the precise terms and conditions of the settlement, please see the settlement agreement.