The Tort of False Imprisonment Requires That the Plaintiff Either

question 53

True/False

The tort of false imprisonment requires that the plaintiff either knew he or she was confined or suffered harm as a result of the confinement.

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Definitions:

Prosecutors

Legal professionals who conduct the prosecution of criminal defendants on behalf of the government, aiming to prove the guilt of the defendant.

Discretion

The freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation.

Prosecutorial Misconduct

Inappropriate or unethical behavior by a prosecutor, such as withholding evidence, that can undermine a fair trial.

Intimidate Witnesses

The act of frightening those who are to testify in court in order to influence their testimony.