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CT SB00964

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

5/31/2011

Primary Sponsor

Carlo Leone

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Origin

Senate

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Increases the maximum civil liability of parents or guardians for damages caused by unemancipated minors from $5,000 to $10,000
  • Applies to minors who willfully or maliciously cause property damage, personal injury, or damage to motor vehicles taken without permission
  • Maintains joint and several liability between parents/guardians and minors, with minors remaining personally liable for damages
  • Excludes temporary guardians appointed under section 45a-622 from this liability requirement
  • Takes effect October 1, 2011

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

House Calendar Number 578

6/1/2011

Committee Referrals

Insurance and Real Estate4/27/2011
Judiciary2/16/2011

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