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CT HB05376
Bill
Status
3/4/2022
Primary Sponsor
Government Administration and Elections Committee
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AI Summary
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Repeals and replaces subsection (c) of section 1-82 regarding attorneys' fees recovery in ethics complaints under Connecticut's code of ethics.
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State must pay reasonable legal expenses of respondents when the ethics board determines a matter was brought without substantial justification, or when a court overturns such a finding on appeal.
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Respondents may pursue civil action against complainants for double damages if a complaint was made with knowledge it lacked factual foundation.
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Respondents who prevail in civil actions against complainants may recover court costs and reasonable attorneys' fees from the complainant.
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Effective date: October 1, 2022.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Recovery Of Attorneys' Fees Under The State Code Of Ethics.
Last Action
No Action
4/25/2022