Steve, the manager of A-1 Hardware Store, detains Joan, whom Steve suspects of shoplifting. Joan sues Steve, alleging that the detention was false imprisonment. Steve is liable if Joan
a. did not actually shoplift.
b. had not shoplifted in the past.
c. had probable cause to leave the premises.
d. was detained for an unreasonably long time.
a. did not actually shoplift.
b. had not shoplifted in the past.
c. had probable cause to leave the premises.
d. was detained for an unreasonably long time.
d. was detained for an unreasonably long time.
Begründung:
The detention must be conducted in a reasonable manner and for only a reasonable length of time.
Begründung:
The detention must be conducted in a reasonable manner and for only a reasonable length of time.
Tags: False imprisonment
Source: p. 22
Source: p. 22
Flashcard set info:
Author: Elisa
Main topic: Law
Topic: International Law
School / Univ.: Hanze Hogeschool
City: Groningen
Published: 14.02.2010
Tags: Exam Year 1
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