The main difference between the two is that false arrest requires an arrest, but, false imprisonment only requires unlawful detention. Where, as here, an arrest is made without a warrant, a presumption arises that it was unlawful, and the defendant has the burden of proving.First, the Court did not dismiss Plaintiff's claims for false arrest and false imprisonment. Magistrate Ponsor held the admission did not bar federal civil rights claims concerning false arrest and false imprisonment. If the officer making the detention has reasonable suspicion to be believe you are involved in a crime, he can detain you. Clearly, then, the complaint was filed in a timely manner; the statute of limitations affords the county defendants no grounds for judgment. 3. Being arrested is a serious moment and during this time there are certain procedures police must follow. Failure to do so can make the arrest unlawful. After such an indictment, law enforcement tries to apprehend and arrest the suspects named in the indictment. Jury and took Plaintiff to trial knowing that there was no search warrant or arrest warrant in this case.