Malicious prosecution
Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law · Frederic Jesup Stimson · 1881
Glossary of Technical Terms, Phrases, and Maxims of the Common Law
One brought without probable cause, and with intent to injure the defendant. The action for malicious prosecution is an action on the case for damages, brought after the fruitless termination of the suit complained of.