Can I sue the city for false imprisonment if i was wrongfully accused?

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Can I sue the city for false imprisonment if i was wrongfully accused?

I went to jail for driving on suspended license but I wasn’t driving at all in fact I was walking. When court came my case was dismiss

Asked on August 12, 2010 under Criminal Law, Georgia

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 13 years ago | Contributor

False imprisonment is generally defined as confining a person without the legal authority to do so or against a person's will or consent.  It does bring with it the ability to file civil charges should the necessary factors that make up the cause of action be present.  The best thing to do is to consult with a criminal attorney in your area.  Each case is fact specific and you need to discuss the matter face to face with someone in your area that can listen and asses the matter in light of the law in your state. They may even need to obtain a copy of the court proceeding.  Good luck to you. 


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