What can I claim for if I am arrested unlawfully?
A civil claim can be instituted for the damages arising from an unlawful / false arrest. The claim can be for a loss of salary while in prison and / or injury to the reputation / good name of a person that results in a loss to the victim. General damages for contumelia, pain, suffering and loss of amenities of life can also be claimed.
A civil claim can be instituted for the damages arising from an unlawful / false arrest. The claim can be for a loss of salary while in prison and / or injury to the reputation / good name of a person that results in a loss to the victim. General damages for contumelia, pain, suffering and loss of amenities of life can also be claimed.
