Charlie could be charged with unlawful imprisonment in the first degree as he used the threat of violence to try to keep Lana in the car. Unlawful Imprisonment in the Second Degree is a New York crime that prohibits individuals from restraining another person.If it is proven in court that they knowingly made the false statements, they could face the misdemeanor charge of filing a false report. Where a false claim of a theft, violent crime, domestic violence or abduction is made, the consequences can be dire. A new approach will help decrease the numerous claims of false arrest, police brutality, false imprisonment and other wrongful police activities. Without cause, detention. As necessary, police officers can use controlled force to protect the public or personal safety and detain suspects who are violent. 2005), the court found that under New Hampshire law, false imprisonment is the unlawful restraint of an individual's personal freedom. The NYPD has conducted millions of stop-and-frisks in New York City over the last two decades. New York Civil Practice Law and Rules CVP NY CPLR Section 215.