Keeble Law

Case Identification:

Queens Branch

Keeble v. Hickeringhill 1707,P.31, 11 East 574

Legally Significant Facts:

The plaintiff kept land to raise wild game birds for profit and entertainment.

The defendant discharged shotgun six times at the plaintiff’s pond and scared away birds.

On 3rd and 4th days later defendant returned near the pond, shot gun, and scared away birds.

Procedural History:

Plaintiff claims that defendant attempted to cause damage and loss of profit.

Defendant pleaded not guilty.

Issue:

Did defendant maliciously intend to disturb pond and cause the plaintiff a loss of profit?

Rule of Law:

You cannot maliciously or violently create a disturbance that will cause someone damage to their legal livelihood or profession.