Edward Lange, Appellant v. Charles L. Benedict, Respondent

Summary

The New York Court of Appeals affirmed the lower court's demurrer, holding that the complaint failed to state a cause of action for false imprisonment and that a judge acting in his judicial capacity is immune from civil liability even when his second sentencing exceeded statutory limits. The court reasoned that the defendant's act was a judicial act within his jurisdiction over the person and subject‑matter, and therefore not subject to a tort claim.