Federal judge tosses Mahwah man’s lawsuit over 2024 arrest

A pro se complaint alleging misconduct by police, a judge, and others was dismissed after federal review.

Newark, NJ – A federal judge in New Jersey has dismissed a wide-ranging civil lawsuit filed by a Mahwah man who claimed his 2024 arrest and subsequent restraining order triggered financial loss, emotional harm, and violations of his constitutional rights. The ruling came after the court granted the plaintiff permission to proceed without paying filing fees but found his claims legally insufficient.

Andrew A. Accardo filed the lawsuit in October, naming multiple defendants including Mahwah police officers, the township, a municipal court jud...