false imprisonment

American  

noun

Law.

1. the unlawful restraint of a person from exercising the right to freedom of movement.

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false imprisonment British  

noun

1. law the restraint of a person's liberty without lawful authority

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Etymology

Origin of false imprisonment

First recorded in 1760–70

Example Sentences

Zubaydah alleged that London was "vicariously liable" for multiple wrongs against him, including conspiracy to injure, false imprisonment and negligence.

From Barron's

While the investigation continued, Townsend sued the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department in October 2018, alleging false imprisonment, defamation, racial discrimination and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

From Los Angeles Times

A judge in Santa Barbara County Superior Court has dismissed a felony false imprisonment charge against Ashlee Buzzard, the county district attorney said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times

Linehan has since said he does not regret any of his posts - adding he would be suing the police "for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment".

From BBC

Linehan said he would be suing the police "for wrongful arrest and false imprisonment."

From BBC