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HB 4980·WV·house

To establish civil liability for judges who knowingly violate the law, conduct unlawful hearings, or abuse litigants in the performance of their duties

In CommitteeFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Ridenour
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To House Judiciary

Jan 29, 2026

Summary

The bill establishes the Judicial Accountability and Civil Liability Act, allowing people harmed by a judge's willful misconduct to sue for damages. It removes judicial immunity for actions that are proven to be intentional violations, while preserving immunity for good‑faith decisions. The measure aims to restore public trust by giving victims a legal remedy and creating oversight of judicial conduct.

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