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CT SB00783

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/25/2011

Primary Sponsor

Toni Harp

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Origin

Senate

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Parents or guardians of children shall be civilly liable for personal injury or property damage caused by the child, up to a maximum of $10,000
  • If a parent or guardian cannot pay all or part of the damages owed, the court shall order restitution in an alternative manner
  • Amends section 52-572 of the general statutes
  • Purpose is to encourage parents to more closely monitor their children in order to reduce juvenile violence

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Civil Liability Of Parents Or Guardians Of Children Who Cause Personal Injury Or Property Damage.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

1/25/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/25/2011

Full Bill Text

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