The Constables Protection Act 1750 (24 Geo. 2. c. 44) is an act of the Parliament of Great Britain that gives "constables ... and other officers" protection from being sued for carrying out the orders of a justice of the peace.
| Act of Parliament | |
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| Long title | An Act for the rendering Justices of the Peace more safe in the Execution of their Office; and for indemnifying Constables and others acting in obedience to their Warrants. |
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| Citation | 24 Geo. 2. c. 44 |
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| Dates | |
| Royal assent | 25 June 1751 |
| Commencement | 17 January 1751[citation needed] |
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Status: Amended | |
| Revised text of statute as amended | |
Justices themselves have immunity from being sued for their own actions under sections 31 to 33 of the Courts Act 2003,[2] except if they have acted outside their jurisdiction and in bad faith.
References
edit- ^ The citation of this Act by this short title was authorised by the Short Titles Act 1896.
- ^ Text of the legislation - Section 31-33 of the 2003 act as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk.