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Examples of false imprisonment in a Sentence
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At the time, Bonta said possible charges could include false imprisonment, kidnapping or violations of California’s unfair competition laws.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacramento Bee, 27 June 2024
She was arrested on Feb. 2 and charged with felony menacing and misdemeanor assault, harassment and false imprisonment.
—Julianna O'Clair, The Denver Post, 17 June 2024
The couple is also being sued for negligence and false imprisonment.
—Vivian Kwarm, New York Daily News, 3 Jan. 2024
In addition to racial discrimination and false imprisonment, Morris’ lawsuit alleges gross negligence, negligence, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
—Tara Bannow Reprints, STAT, 11 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined above
Time Traveler
The first known use of false imprisonment was
in the 14th century
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“False imprisonment.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/false%20imprisonment. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
Legal Definition
false imprisonment
noun
: the tort of intentionally restraining another by physical force or the threat of physical force without privilege or authority see also false arrest at arrest
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