false imprisonment
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of false imprisonment
First recorded in 1760–70
Example Sentences
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Under a straightforward reading of the act, then, a plaintiff like Carvajal-Muñoz cannot sue ICE agents for assault, battery, or false imprisonment under Maine law.
From Slate ● Apr. 15, 2026
Zubaydah alleged that London was "vicariously liable" for multiple wrongs against him, including conspiracy to injure, false imprisonment and negligence.
From Barron's ● Jan. 12, 2026
Matthew Katz, a pro-Palestinian protester, was also charged with battery, false imprisonment and resisting arrest at the encampment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2025
The filing, which alleges false imprisonment and malicious prosecution, is required as part of the process to sue the government under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2025
Colonel Bradley instituted an action against Arthur for false imprisonment: his counsel was the present Lord Brougham: Arthur was defended by the law officers of the crown.
From The History of Tasmania, Volume I by West, John
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