The Tort of False Imprisonment

question 54

Multiple Choice

The tort of false imprisonment:

• A)requires proof of some actual damage to the plaintiff.
• B)is also known as the "shopkeeper's tort."
• C)requires proof of emotional distress.
• D)no longer exists in states that have adopted the shopkeeper's privilege.

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Definitions:

Ethnic Group Membership

The belonging to a specific group of people who share common cultural, linguistic, or ancestral traits.

Economic Advantages

Benefits or gains contributing to better economic standing, such as increased income, market access, or cost savings, often resulting from specific policies, technologies, or geographic location.

Political Use

The utilization of something for political purposes or to gain political advantage, often involving strategies or resources.

Mexican Americans

A term referring to Americans of Mexican descent, often highlighting their unique cultural, historical, and social experiences within the United States.