False Imprisonment

Holding someone against their will.

Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

1. 1You made someone stay or go somewhere
2. 2They did not agree

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year. Felony (force or fraud): 16 months, 2, or 3 years.