False Crime

What is the name of your state?Florida

When it is proven that a reported burglary (that lead to an arrest) was "set up", and the actual theft didn't happen, who initiates the counter action? The State Atty's Office who received the (grand theft/burglary/criminal mischief) felony file? The local Law Enforcement Office that arrested and searched the home and vehicle? Is reporting a false crime against the law? The costs incurred to arrest this person, process through incarceration, obtain a warrant and complete the search, and the investigation by Law Enforcement at local and State levels must have been enormous!

I am curious.

[CdwJava]

IF they can prove that the report of the burglary was knowingly false (and perhaps, 'malicious') then the state might be able to pursue charges for false reporting of a crime and, perhaps, other crimes related to it. The person arrested might be able to sue the reporting party for their problems as well.

The problem for the criminal side is PROVING the false report ... it can be a high hurdle to clear.

Carl

The hurdle is cleared with recorded testimony, the falsely accused/arrested know their rights. Thank you for your answer... the State will (should) apply proper action.