Wells v. Jackson

The points in controversy are sufficiently stated in the following opin*ons °f the judges, pronounced seriatim.

Judge Coalter.

A point has arisen, in the consider ration of this case, which was not noticed by the bar, but on account of whicn, as at present advised, it appears to me this appeal must be dismissed, as being improvident-j allowed. I shall be willing, however, to hear the parties on this point, if their counsel, on consideration, 1 desire it.

This suit, which is an action of assault, battery, and false imprisonment, is brought by the plaintiff against e*even defendants. The…