Unlawful restraint or "false imprisonment" is a serious charge under Texas law. A Class A misdemeanor, which involves causing bodily injury, can lead to up to one year in jail and a fine of up to four thousand dollars.Assault, battery, false imprisonment, and intentional infliction of emotional distress are four of the most commonly asserted intentional torts. There are two elements of assault and battery in Texas: 1) intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly; and 2) causing bodily injury to another. Tort law defines seven common intentional torts. Four are personal: assault, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and false imprisonment. False imprisonment is both a crime and a civil wrong, like other offenses, including assault and battery. At Deandra Grant Law, we are committed to providing the guidance and representation needed to ensure your rights are protected throughout the legal process. What are the Penalties for False Imprisonment in Texas? Assault charges in Texas (and therefore, battery as well) are, in their simplest terms, defined as causing "bodily injury" to another person.