§ 12-7-14. Punitive damages for false arrest or imprisonment.
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§ 12-7-14. Punitive damages for false arrest or imprisonment.
In an action for false arrest or false imprisonment, the plaintiff, if successful, may be awarded punitive damages in addition to compensatory damages.
History of Section.
G.L. 1938, ch. 625, § 68; P.L. 1941, ch. 982, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 12-7-14.