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CT HB06607

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/16/2011

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows minors to bring civil actions in Superior Court against the state or state officers/employees for damages resulting from sexual abuse, exploitation, or assault while in state custody on delinquent charges or conviction.

  • Eliminates the state's sovereign immunity defense in these civil actions, making the state's rights and liability equal to those of private persons in similar circumstances.

  • Recoverable damages include personal injury and emotional distress caused by the sexual abuse.

  • Effective October 1, 2011.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Civil Actions Against The State By Minors Sexually Assaulted While In The Custody Of The State.

Last Action

Public Hearing 04/04

3/31/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/16/2011

Full Bill Text

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