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In addition to the first-degree murder charge, Romo was also convicted of one felony count of domestic battery with corporal injury, and one felony count of false imprisonment by menace, violence, fraud or deceit in connection with the December 2022 incident.
—Nicole Acosta, Peoplemag, 3 June 2024
The claim alleges numerous misdeeds, including assault, battery, false imprisonment and violations of Guss’ right to free speech and assembly.
—Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 29 May 2024
Recent cases also included Roderick Reed, who received $500,000 for false imprisonment.
—Katie Moore, Kansas City Star, 29 May 2024
Court records show the mother was charged with neglect and endangering the welfare of a care-dependent person, reckless endangerment, simple assault, harassment, false imprisonment, unlawful restraining and tampering with physical evidence.
—Mike Stunson, Miami Herald, 29 May 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 10 Jun. 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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