CT SB00363

Attorney General may investigate violations of sections 53a-181j, 53a-181k, and 53a-181l of Connecticut statutes and issue subpoenas and interrogatories, with information restricted from use in criminal proceedings.

Attorney General may bring civil actions in superior court for violations of the specified statutes and obtain treble damages, civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation (established by clear and convincing evidence), and declaratory or injunctive relief.

Attorney General may investigate and bring civil or administrative actions against persons engaging in practices that deprive others of constitutional or statutory rights, or interfere with such rights through threats, intimidation, or coercion.

Attorney General may impose civil penalties up to $2,500 per violation for constitutional rights interference and must post information on filing complaints with the Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities.

Attorney General may not bring actions against state agencies or state officers/employees in their official capacity, except when the officer or employee is ineligible for indemnification under section 5-141d.