The penalties for false imprisonment of an elder or dependent adult involving violence, menace, fraud, or deceit include up to four years in prison. To assist you in completing the sheet, examples of the cases that belong under each case type in item 1 are provided below.We can answer questions about your case, help you figure out which forms you need and how to fill them out, and explain different legal options. There are NO SUSPECTS OR EVIDENCE (such as VIDEOS or WITNESSES). Crimes with possible suspect(s) or evidence must be reported to an officer. Assault and Battery. Telephone the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Internal Affairs office at (510) 208-9800. Mail a letter describing your complaint to the following location:. Misdemeanor or felony false imprisonment? Absent actual or threatened violence, false imprisonment is a usually a misdemeanor under California Penal Code §237.