False imprisonment occurs when you unlawfully deprive another person of his or her personal liberty. False imprisonment occurs when you deprive a person of their liberty.Give us a call at (510) 929-5400 if you are a victims of wrongful conviction. We are ready to review your case. California Penal Code § 236 PC defines false imprisonment as unlawfully restraining, detaining, or confining a person against his or her will. If you have been charged with false imprisonment, Chesley Lawyers identify defense strategies, and aggressively protect your rights in court if necessary. To report a crime that has or may have occurred in California, dial 9-1-1 or contact your local law enforcement agency. If you or someone you know has been a victim of police misconduct, contact a Police Misconduct Attorney Sacramento for a free case review now. California law makes it illegal to restrain, detain or confine someone without their consent. Doing so is the crime of "false imprisonment."