Mississippi HB1429 establishes "The Law Enforcement Integrity Act," authorizing civil liability for injuries caused by law enforcement officers.
Mississippi HB1429, known as "The Law Enforcement Integrity Act," aims to hold state, county, municipal, and political subdivision employers of law enforcement liable for injuries caused by their officers. The act waives immunity for such injuries, allowing civil suits for violations of constitutional rights. Successful plaintiffs can seek compensatory damages, and the government must cover reasonable attorney's fees and litigation costs.
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