Bill > H2152

This bill, titled "Providing indemnity from prosecution for probation officers and court officers employed by the Trial Court," proposes to amend Chapter 258 of the official edition of the laws. Specifically, it adds a new section, Section 9B, which states that if a probation or court officer employed by the Trial Court faces a lawsuit for damages due to an alleged intentional tort (a wrongful act intended to cause harm) or a violation of civil rights under federal or state law, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts will provide legal representation for that officer. Furthermore, the Commonwealth will cover the officer's personal losses and expenses, including legal fees, up to a maximum of one million dollars, for any claims, actions, settlements, or judgments arising from such alleged intentional torts or civil rights violations, as long as these actions occurred within the scope of their official duties. However, this protection will not apply if the officer acted in a willful, wanton, or malicious manner.