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