Elements for a Claim of Malicious Prosecution

In Nevada, the elements for a claim of malicious prosecution are:

1. Filing of criminal action;
2. Lack of probable cause to commence prior action;
3. Malice;
4. Favorable termination of prior the action; and
5. Causation and damages.

LaMantia v. Redisi, 38 P.3d 877 (2002); Dutt v. Kremp, 111 Nev. 57 (1995); Chapman v. City of Reno, 85 Nev. 365 (1969).