MA S1085

Creates a civil cause of action for victims of sexual assault by law enforcement officers who violated Massachusetts General Laws sections 13H½ or 22 of chapter 265 while the victim was under the officer's control

Eliminates the requirement for plaintiffs to prove the officer engaged in threats, intimidation, or coercion to prevail in their claim

Removes the qualified immunity standard by not requiring plaintiffs to show the violation was contrary to clearly established rights that a reasonable person would have known

Defines "control" broadly to include supervising minors in law enforcement training programs, questioning/investigating/detaining individuals, communicating power to charge or arrest, or exercising influence under color of law

Awards prevailing plaintiffs compensatory damages, injunctive relief, litigation costs, and reasonable attorney's fees