Establishes a private right of action for wrongful death in private detention centers, with significant damages.

The Private Detention Corporate Accountability Act of 2026 creates a private right of action for wrongful death in private detention centers. It holds officers or employees liable for statutory and punitive damages, with no immunity defense. The private detention center itself is also vicariously liable. The act allows the decedent or their successor in interest to bring an action in the appropriate U.S. district court.

Establishes a private right of action for wrongful death in private detention centers, with significant damages.

The Private Detention Corporate Accountability Act of 2026 creates a private right of action for wrongful death in private detention centers. It holds officers or employees liable for statutory and punitive damages, with no immunity defense. The private detention center itself is also vicariously liable. The act allows the decedent or their successor in interest to bring an action in the appropriate U.S. district court.