QUESTION
I was falsly accused and ultimately jailed for offenses that I did not commit; the accusers have now admitted it. Can I sue for lost wages/suffering?
Asked on Jun 30th, 2017 on Civil Rights - Florida
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Still currently going through criminal court. Can I be compensated for my lost wages, fees incurred for court and jail, and suffering?
1 ANSWER
If the charges are dismissed you could have a claim for maliscious prosecution if probable cause was lacking or the complaining party knew the charges to be false
Answered on Jul 02nd, 2017 at 7:52 AM
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