Wilson v. City of Walla Walla

Woodrow Wilson commenced an action against Payless Drug Stores, Inc., hereafter referred to as Payless, claiming damages for false arrest.

Mr. Wilson was detained in the parking lot of Payless by store detectives who inquired whether payment had been made for certain items he had just placed on the rear seat of his car. Mr. Wilson refused to discuss the matter or to disclose whether he possessed a receipt for the items. After a police officer arrived, Mr. Wilson ultimately disclosed his receipt; he was then allowed to enter his car and leave. The total time of detention was approximately 45…