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malicious prosecution claim in Georgia

21 Georgia opinions name it 1 courts 1983–2026 3 in the last five years

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Followed or applied (36)

CaseFollowedCited
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. v. Blackfordgreen
ga · 1994 · cited in 3 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2013
2 sentences

2013The six essential elements of a malicious prosecution claim are “(1) prosecution for a criminal offense; (2) instigated without probable cause; (3) with malice; (4) under a valid warrant, accusation or summons; (5) which has terminated favorably to the plaintiff; and (6) has caused damage to the plaintiff.” Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994).

2013The six essential elements of a malicious prosecution claim are “(1) prosecution for a criminal offense; (2) instigated without probable cause; (3) with malice; (4) under a valid warrant, accusation or summons; (5) which has terminated favorably to the plaintiff; and (6) has caused damage to the plaintiff.” Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994).

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Desmond v. Troncalli Mitsubishigreen
gactapp · 2000 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2026
2 sentences

2024Moreover, claims for false arrest and malicious prosecution “may successfully be defended by an uncontroverted affidavit of the arresting officer that the decision to arrest [the] plaintiff was made solely by him in the exercise of his 40 Desmond v. Troncalli Mitsubishi, 243 Ga. App. 71, 74 (2) ( 532 SE2d 463 ) (2000). 41 OCGA § 51-7-1. 42 See Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc. v. Hall, 184 Ga. App. 586, 589 (5) ( 362 SE2d 143 ) (1987) (“In order to prevail on a malicious prosecution claim, the plaintiff must show (1) a prosecution instituted maliciously and (2) without probable cause which (3) has t

2024Moreover, claims for false arrest and malicious prosecution “may successfully be defended by an uncontroverted affidavit of the arresting officer that the decision to arrest [the] plaintiff was made solely by him in the exercise of his 40 Desmond v. Troncalli Mitsubishi, 243 Ga. App. 71, 74 (2) ( 532 SE2d 463 ) (2000). 41 OCGA § 51-7-1. 42 See Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc. v. Hall, 184 Ga. App. 586, 589 (5) ( 362 SE2d 143 ) (1987) (“In order to prevail on a malicious prosecution claim, the plaintiff must show (1) a prosecution instituted maliciously and (2) without probable cause which (3) has t

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K-Mart Corp. v. Cokergreen
ga · 1991 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1995–2024
2 sentences

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

1995K-Mart Corp. v. Coker, 261 Ga. 745, 746 , 410 S.E.2d 425 (1991); El-Amin v. Trust Co. Bank, 171 Ga.App. 35, 37 , 318 S.E.2d 655 (1984); OCGA § 51-7-40.

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Remeneski v. Klinakisgreen
gactapp · 1996 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2015–2024
2 sentences

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

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Renton v. Watsongreen
gactapp · 2013 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2015–2016
2 sentences

2016As the fourth element makes clear, to be actionable as a malicious prosecution under our precedents, an attempt to have someone prosecuted must result in the issuance of a valid warrant, summons, accusation, or other formal process.5 For purposes of determining when the statute of limitation begins to run, “[t]he criminal prosecution forming the basis for an action for malicious prosecution must be ended before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues.”6 5 Renton v. Watson, 319 Ga. App. 896, 898 (1) ( 739 SE2d 19 ) (2013) (citing OCGA § 51-7-40) (punctuation and citations omitted)

2016As the fourth element makes clear, to be actionable as a malicious prosecution under our precedents, an attempt to have someone prosecuted must result in the issuance of a valid warrant, summons, accusation, or other formal process.5 For purposes of determining when the statute of limitation begins to run, “[t]he criminal prosecution forming the basis for an action for malicious prosecution must be ended before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues.”6 5 Renton v. Watson, 319 Ga. App. 896, 898 (1) ( 739 SE2d 19 ) (2013) (citing OCGA § 51-7-40) (punctuation and citations omitted)

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Swift v. Witchardgreen
ga · 1897 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
2 sentences

2013See Swift, 103 Ga. at 193 (2) (noting that “there must at least have been an arrest and an inquiry before a committing court,” before a malicious prosecution claim is actionable) (emphasis supplied).

2013See Swift, 103 Ga. at 193 (2) (noting that “there must be at least have been an arrest, and an inquiry before a committing court,” before a malicious prosecution claim is actionable) (emphasis supplied).

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Page v. Citizens Banking Co.green
ga · 1900 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
2 sentences

2013See Wal-Mart Stores, 264 Ga. at 613 (setting out six elements of a malicious prosecution claim); Page v. Citizens Banking Co., 111 Ga. 73, 84 (4) ( 36 SE 418 ) (1900) (inquiry before a “committing court” amounts to a “prosecution”).

2013See Wal-Mart Stores, 264 Ga. at 613 (setting out six elements of a malicious prosecution claim); Page v. Citizens Banking Co., 111 Ga. 73, 84 (4) ( 36 SE 418 ) (1900) (inquiry before a “committing court” amounts to a “prosecution”).

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McNeely v. Home Depot, Inc.green
gactapp · 2005 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
2 sentences

2013Renton relies upon McNeely v. Home Depot, 275 Ga. App. 480, 482 ( 621 SE2d 473 ) (2005), as authority for the proposition that a malicious prosecution claim can be brought so long as the plaintiff is required to appear before a court.

2013Renton relies upon McNeely v. Home Depot, 275 Ga. App. 480, 482 ( 621 SE2d 473 ) (2005), as authority for the proposition that a malicious prosecution claim can be brought so long as the plaintiff is required to appear before a court.

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Ellis v. Knowlesgreen
gactapp · 1954 · cited in 2 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1983–1992
2 sentences

1992Held: Of the six elements of a malicious prosecution claim stated in such cases as Commerical Plastics &c. of Ga. v. Molen, 182 Ga. App. 202 ( 355 SE2d 86 ) and Ellis v. Knowles, 90 Ga. App. 40 ( 81 SE2d 884 ), we are concerned primarily with whether there is any evidence showing malice and want of probable cause. “[I]n determining the existence vel non of malice and of probable cause, Georgia law makes a distinction between a prosecution in which the one who has summoned law enforcement officers ‘merely states what he believes, leav ing the decision to prosecute entirely to the uncontrolled d

1992Held: Of the six elements of a malicious prosecution claim stated in such cases as Commerical Plastics &c. of Ga. v. Molen, 182 Ga. App. 202 ( 355 SE2d 86 ) and Ellis v. Knowles, 90 Ga. App. 40 ( 81 SE2d 884 ), we are concerned primarily with whether there is any evidence showing malice and want of probable cause. “[I]n determining the existence vel non of malice and of probable cause, Georgia law makes a distinction between a prosecution in which the one who has summoned law enforcement officers ‘merely states what he believes, leav ing the decision to prosecute entirely to the uncontrolled d

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Barnette v. Coastal Hematology & Oncology, P.C.green
gactapp · 2008 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

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Franklin v. Consolidated Government of Columbusgreen
gactapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024Gov’t of Columbus, Ga., 236 Ga. App. 468, 470 (1) ( 512 SE2d 352 ) (1999). 11 Here, the Trident appellants contend the trial court incorrectly analyzed key elements and associated principles of a malicious-prosecution claim.

2024Gov’t of Columbus, Ga., 236 Ga. App. 468, 470 (1) ( 512 SE2d 352 ) (1999). 11 Here, the Trident appellants contend the trial court incorrectly analyzed key elements and associated principles of a malicious-prosecution claim.

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Pfeiffer v. Georgia Department of Transportationgreen
ga · 2002 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

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Hardee's Food Systems, Inc. v. Hallgreen
gactapp · 1987 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024Moreover, claims for false arrest and malicious prosecution “may successfully be defended by an uncontroverted affidavit of the arresting officer that the decision to arrest [the] plaintiff was made solely by him in the exercise of his 40 Desmond v. Troncalli Mitsubishi, 243 Ga. App. 71, 74 (2) ( 532 SE2d 463 ) (2000). 41 OCGA § 51-7-1. 42 See Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc. v. Hall, 184 Ga. App. 586, 589 (5) ( 362 SE2d 143 ) (1987) (“In order to prevail on a malicious prosecution claim, the plaintiff must show (1) a prosecution instituted maliciously and (2) without probable cause which (3) has t

2024Moreover, claims for false arrest and malicious prosecution “may successfully be defended by an uncontroverted affidavit of the arresting officer that the decision to arrest [the] plaintiff was made solely by him in the exercise of his 40 Desmond v. Troncalli Mitsubishi, 243 Ga. App. 71, 74 (2) ( 532 SE2d 463 ) (2000). 41 OCGA § 51-7-1. 42 See Hardee’s Food Systems, Inc. v. Hall, 184 Ga. App. 586, 589 (5) ( 362 SE2d 143 ) (1987) (“In order to prevail on a malicious prosecution claim, the plaintiff must show (1) a prosecution instituted maliciously and (2) without probable cause which (3) has t

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Day Realty Associates, Inc. v. McMillangreen
ga · 1981 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

2024In fact, the trial court did not even mention or acknowledge the requisite elements of any charged offense.23 Significantly, the lack of probable cause is the most important element of a malicious- prosecution claim.24 Needless to say, we are a court of review, “not of first view.”25 Put another way, this is a Court for the correction of errors of law; and if “the trial court has not ruled on an issue, we will not address it.”26 As a result, under the foregoing circumstances, 23 A finding of probable cause as to “one related offense arising from the same transaction is a binding determination

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Valades v. Uslugreen
gactapp · 2009 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016As the fourth element makes clear, to be actionable as a malicious prosecution under our precedents, an attempt to have someone prosecuted must result in the issuance of a valid warrant, summons, accusation, or other formal process.5 For purposes of determining when the statute of limitation begins to run, “[t]he criminal prosecution forming the basis for an action for malicious prosecution must be ended before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues.”6 5 Renton v. Watson, 319 Ga. App. 896, 898 (1) ( 739 SE2d 19 ) (2013) (citing OCGA § 51-7-40) (punctuation and citations omitted)

2016As the fourth element makes clear, to be actionable as a malicious prosecution under our precedents, an attempt to have someone prosecuted must result in the issuance of a valid warrant, summons, accusation, or other formal process.5 For purposes of determining when the statute of limitation begins to run, “[t]he criminal prosecution forming the basis for an action for malicious prosecution must be ended before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues.”6 5 Renton v. Watson, 319 Ga. App. 896, 898 (1) ( 739 SE2d 19 ) (2013) (citing OCGA § 51-7-40) (punctuation and citations omitted)

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Melvin Alan Wood v. Michael Kesler, individually and in his capacity as an Alabama State Trooper, Brian Jonesgreen
ca11 · 2003 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015The common law elements of a malicious prosecution claim under Georgia law are: “(1) a criminal prosecution instituted or continued by the present defendant; (2) with malice and without probable cause; (3) that terminated in the plaintiff accused’s favor; and (4) caused damage to the plaintiff accused.” (Citations and footnote omitted.) Id. at 882 (III) (C); see also Gooch v. Tudor, 296 Ga. App. 414, 416 (1) ( 674 SE2d 331 ) (2009).

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Lau's Corp., Inc. v. Haskinsgreen
ga · 1991 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015OCGA § 9-11-56; Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491, 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991) (defendant entitled to summary judgment by showing no evidence sufficient to create a jury issue on at least one essential element of plaintiff’s case).

2015OCGA § 9-11-56; Lau’s Corp. v. Haskins, 261 Ga. 491, 491 ( 405 SE2d 474 ) (1991) (defendant entitled to summary judgment by showing no evidence sufficient to create a jury issue on at least one essential element of plaintiff’s case).

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Gooch v. Tudorgreen
gactapp · 2009 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015The common law elements of a malicious prosecution claim under Georgia law are: “(1) a criminal prosecution instituted or continued by the present defendant; (2) with malice and without probable cause; (3) that terminated in the plaintiff accused’s favor; and (4) caused damage to the plaintiff accused.” (Citations and footnote omitted.) Id. at 882 (III) (C); see also Gooch v. Tudor, 296 Ga. App. 414, 416 (1) ( 674 SE2d 331 ) (2009).

2015The common law elements of a malicious prosecution claim under Georgia law are: “(1) a criminal prosecution instituted or continued by the present defendant; (2) with malice and without probable cause; (3) that terminated in the plaintiff accused’s favor; and (4) caused damage to the plaintiff accused.” (Citations and footnote omitted.) Id. at 882 (III) (C); see also Gooch v. Tudor, 296 Ga. App. 414, 416 (1) ( 674 SE2d 331 ) (2009).

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Graham v. Connorgreen
scotus · 1989 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
1 sentence

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Delong v. Domenicigreen
gactapp · 2005 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Selvy v. Morrisongreen
gactapp · 2008 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Daniel v. Georgia Railroad Bank & Trust Co.green
ga · 1985 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Cameron v. Langgreen
ga · 2001 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Ayala v. Sherrergreen
ga · 1975 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Banta v. QUIK-THRIFT FOOD STORES, INC.green
gactapp · 1988 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

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Monroe v. Siglergreen
ga · 1987 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000See Monroe v. Sigler, 256 Ga. 759, 761 (6) ( 353 SE2d 23 ).

2000See Monroe v. Sigler, 256 Ga. 759, 761 (6) ( 353 SE2d 23 ).

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Waters v. Winngreen
ga · 1914 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1996–1996
2 sentences

1996See Waters v. Winn, 142 Ga. 138, 141 ( 82 SE 537 ) (1914); see also Prosser, Law of Torts, pp. 839-840, § 119 (4th ed. 1971).

1996See Waters v. Winn, 142 Ga. 138, 141 ( 82 SE 537 ) (1914); see also Prosser, Law of Torts, pp. 839-840, § 119 (4th ed. 1971).

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Wheels & Brakes, Inc. v. Capital Ford Truck Sales, Inc.green
gactapp · 1983 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1996–1996
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El-Amin v. Trust Co. Bankgreen
gactapp · 1984 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
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Smith v. Trust Co. Bankgreen
gactapp · 1994 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
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Parks v. Norred & Associates, Inc.green
gactapp · 1992 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
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Melton v. LaCalamitogreen
gactapp · 1981 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1992–1992
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Atlantic Zayre, Inc. v. Meeksgreen
gactapp · 1990 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1992–1992
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McCord v. Jonesgreen
gactapp · 1983 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1991–1991
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American Plan Corp. v. Beckhamgreen
gactapp · 1972 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
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Spratlin v. Manufacturers Acceptance Corp.green
gactapp · 1962 · cited in 1 Georgia opinions naming this issue, 1985–1985
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Also cited on this issue (5)

CaseCitedYears
Biven Software, Inc. v. Newman green
gactapp · 1996
1 sentence

2026In the context of a malicious prosecution claim, if there is probable cause, the filing of charges is “not outrageous.” Id. at 115 .

12026–2026
Tittle v. Corso green
gactapp · 2002
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

12009–2009
Gardner v. Rogers green
gactapp · 1996
2 sentences

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

2009See Ayala v. Sherrer, 234 Ga. 112, 113 ( 214 SE2d 548 ) (1975) (this statute “requires that the criminal prosecution must have terminated, favorably to the person prosecuted, before the right of action for malicious prosecution accrues”). 9 (Citation omitted.) Banta v. Quik-Thrift Food Stores, 187 Ga. App. 250, 251 (2) ( 370 SE2d 3 ) (1988). 10 255 Ga. 29 ( 334 SE2d 659 ) (1985). 11 Id. at 31 . 12 Id. 13 See Wal-Mart Stores v. Blackford, 264 Ga. 612, 613 ( 449 SE2d 293 ) (1994) (the elements essential to a malicious prosecution claim pursuant to OCGA § 51-7-40 are: “(1) prosecution for a crimi

12009–2009
Laster v. Star Rental, Inc. green
gactapp · 1987
11996–1996
Commercial Plastics & Supply Corp. v. Molen green
gactapp · 1987
11992–1992

Statutes the citing opinions construe

GA § 51-7-40 (11) GA § 9-11-56 (5) GA § 51-7-1 (4) GA § 51-7-42 (3) GA § 51-7-43 (3) GA § 9-11-12 (3)

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