Oklahoma SB1666 establishes liability for peace officers who cause the deprivation of rights secured by the Bill of Rights, disallowing qualified.
Oklahoma SB1666 addresses the liability of peace officers for injuries resulting from the deprivation of certain rights. It specifies that peace officers who, under color of law, subject or cause others to be subjected to the deprivation of rights secured by the Bill of Rights are liable for claims brought under this act. Qualified immunity is not a defense to liability, and courts must award reasonable attorney fees and costs to prevailing plaintiffs.
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