Constables Protection Act 1750

The Constables Protection Act 1750[1]

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.
Citation 24 Geo. 2 c. 44
Territorial extent England and Wales
Scotland
Other legislation
Repealed by Justices Protection Act 1848
Status: Current legislation
Text of the Constables Protection Act 1750 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk

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.

Justices themselves have immunity from being sued for their own actions under sections 31-33 of the Courts Act 2003,[2] except if they have acted outside their jurisdiction and in bad faith.

References

  1. The citation of this Act by this short title was authorised by the Short Titles Act 1896.
  2. 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
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