AL HB479

Extends tort liability immunity to peace officers hired by a sheriff on an off-duty basis to perform law enforcement activities related to eviction orders, treating them as state officers.

Peace officers hired by sheriffs for eviction-related duties retain immunity for discretionary functions within the line and scope of law enforcement duties.

Excludes immunity for private non-governmental employers of off-duty peace officers, limiting the extension solely to sheriff-contracted officers.

Requires private non-governmental employers of off-duty peace officers to maintain at least $100,000 in liability insurance covering acts within the scope of private employment.

Makes individual employers, partners, members, and corporate officers personally liable for all acts by off-duty peace officers if required insurance is not in force.