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Officer Protection: New Rules for Legal Liability

This act aims to clarify when law enforcement officers are protected from civil lawsuits for actions taken in the line of duty. This means citizens might find it harder to pursue claims if an officer acted in good faith or according to the law at the time.
Key points
An officer will not be liable if the law was not clearly established at the time of the incident, or if a court previously found similar conduct lawful.
The agency employing the officer will also not be liable if the officer is found not liable and acted within the scope of their employment.
The changes aim to protect officers from unwarranted lawsuits, which could affect how citizen complaints are handled.
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Print number: 118_HR_233
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-01-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Qualified Immunity Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_233.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-01-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An officer will not be liable if the law was not clearly established at the time of the incident, or if a court previously found similar conduct lawful.
  • The agency employing the officer will also not be liable if the officer is found not liable and acted within the scope of their employment.
  • The changes aim to protect officers from unwarranted lawsuits, which could affect how citizen complaints are handled.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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