A Liberty woman has filed a lawsuit in federal court alleging that she was unlawfully arrested, subjected to an unconstitutional strip search, and the victim of excessive force, assault and battery by city and county officials and police officers in Casey County.

Kumsook "Kim" Huff, was originally charged last August with driving while under the influence. However, all charges against her were dismissed in Casey District Court earlier this year after results from a blood test taken upon her arrest were reportedly negative for drugs and alcohol.

The lawsuit names as defendants the Sheriff and Jailer of Casey County, the City of Liberty, the County of Casey, and several city police officers, deputy sheriffs, and deputy jailers.

The lawsuit alleges nine separate claims, plus a claim for punitive damages, against all defendants.
Huff is seeking compensatory & punitive damages, and attorney's fees.

In addition to the lawsuit, Huff has also filed a complaint with the Kentucky Department of Public Safety's Office of Professional Standards. The complaint is still under investigation.

A lawsuit represents only one side of a legal dispute.