False Imprisonment
False Imprisonment

Are You Facing False Imprisonment Charges 
in the Charleston, SC Area?

When someone else restrains you or prevents you from moving, this is punishable as a crime, known as false imprisonment. The crime of false imprisonment, sometimes called criminal restraint or wrongful arrest occurs when one person unlawfully restrains someone else without the victim's consent. A conviction for false imprisonment can lead to substantial penalties. Depending on the circumstances of the case, false imprisonment can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony offense.

A conviction for false imprisonment is a very serious matter and one that requires the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney. False imprisonment charges can significantly harm your life even if you are never convicted. Because the nature of these crimes is so serious, it’s important you rely on a criminal defense lawyer to handle the case. Never make any decisions about your false imprisonment charges until you speak to one of our criminal defense lawyers. Contact us today to get started. 

Contact Our Lawyers Today to Discuss Your False Imprisonment Case

It is important you have a criminal defense lawyer on your side when you are faced with wrongful arrest charges. Our criminal defense lawyers have experience dealing with the local criminal courts, prosecutors, judges, and know the ins and outs of the law. If you are convicted of false imprisonment you may face:
• Jail time
• Large Fines
• Probation
• Or whatever the court decides
Johnny F. Driggers Law Firm serves Charleston, SC and the surrounding areas and has done so since 1980. Upon review of your false imprisonment case, our criminal defense attorney will provide you with a set of options, allowing you to choose how to proceed when you are ready. Call today to speak with a member of our firm.
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