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Louisa and Her Neighbour Eva Had Boundary Disputes for Many

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Louisa and her neighbour Eva had boundary disputes for many years. Their last argument ended with Eva promising to "get Louisa "any way I can." One night Eva hears a noise and looks out to see someone who based on her physical appearance she thinks is Louisa destroying her plants. Eva called the police and reported the incident. After an investigation Louisa was arrested and spent a night in jail. Louisa is found not guilty at trial due to a lack of evidence. It was later discovered Eva had been mistaken when identifying Louisa as the one who destroyed her plants. Which of the following statements best describes the legal position?


A) Louisa can successfully sue Eva for the tort of malicious prosecution.
B) Louisa can successfully sue Eva for intrusion upon seclusion
C) Eva is liable for the tort of false imprisonment
D) Eva is liable for the tort of nuisance
E) Eva is not liable for anything

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