Massachusetts S949 creates a private civil right of action for those falsely reported to police based on discrimination.

Massachusetts S949 amends state law to establish a private civil right of action for individuals or groups who are falsely reported to law enforcement due to discriminatory beliefs or perceptions. The bill allows for injunctive relief, damages, or other appropriate relief. A person shall lack reason to suspect a violation of a criminal law, any criminal conduct, or an imminent threat to person or property if a reasonable person would not suspect such a violation, conduct, or threat based on the totality of the circumstances.

Massachusetts S949 creates a private civil right of action for those falsely reported to police based on discrimination.

Massachusetts S949 amends state law to establish a private civil right of action for individuals or groups who are falsely reported to law enforcement due to discriminatory beliefs or perceptions. The bill allows for injunctive relief, damages, or other appropriate relief. A person shall lack reason to suspect a violation of a criminal law, any criminal conduct, or an imminent threat to person or property if a reasonable person would not suspect such a violation, conduct, or threat based on the totality of the circumstances.