Feb 01, 2023
AAJ Statement on Police Reform and “Qualified Immunity”
Washington, DC — The following is a statement from American Association for Justice President Tad Thomas on "qualified immunity" and police reform:
"As advocates for individuals and families who have had their constitutional and civil rights violated by the very people sworn to protect them, we call on Congress to address the unfinished business of law enforcement reform. The unjust doctrine of ‘qualified immunity’ increasingly means that law enforcement officials, including border patrol agents and prison guards, are able to escape accountability for misconduct, even when they are acting in bad faith. It is time to end qualified immunity once and for all."
CONTACT Carly Moore Sfregola Email: Carly.Sfregola@justice.org Phone: 202.684.9609
The American Association for Justice is a nonprofit association of lawyers who represent the interests of plaintiffs. The AAJ advocates for fair access to the civil court system. The AAJ strives to promote a fair and effective justice system and support attorneys in their efforts to ensure that persons injured by the misconduct or negligence of others can obtain justice. Attorneys represent those in personal injury cases and other civil matters.
