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ID S1380

ID S1380
Amends existing law to provide an exception to governmental liability for defending attorneys and indigent defense providers in certain instances.


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Introduced
02/28/2020
In Committee
03/11/2020
Crossed Over
03/10/2020
Passed
Dead
03/20/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

TORT CLAIMS AGAINST GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES -- Amends existing law to provide an exception to governmental liability for defending attorneys and indigent defense providers in certain instances.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to provide an exception to governmental liability for defending attorneys and indigent defense providers in certain instances. Specifically, the bill adds language to the exceptions to governmental liability, stating that the provisions shall apply to defending attorneys and indigent defense providers. This means that the government and its employees are not liable for claims arising from the actions of these individuals, as long as they are acting within the course and scope of their employment and without malice or criminal intent.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

Last Action

Read First Time, Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration (on 03/11/2020)

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