KRS 411.212: Action for damages caused by falsely reporting an incident -- Liability.

(1) In addition to any restitution ordered by the court under KRS 519.040(4), any

person who suffers harm as a result of a violation of KRS 519.040(1)(a) or (e) may

recover damages in a civil cause of action against the alleged perpetrator, including

but not limited to damages for infliction of emotional distress, compensatory and

punitive damages, court costs, and reasonable attorney's fees.

(2) The action may be filed in a court of competent jurisdiction for the county in which

the alleged violation occurred or the plaintiff resides.

(3) An individual found liable under this section shall be jointly and severally liable

with each other person, if any, found liable under this section for the damages

arising from the same violation of KRS 519.040.