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Local and State Legislators Entitled to Immunity
Local legislators, like state legislators, are absolutely immune from suit under 1983 for their "legislative activity." Although the distinction is not made completely clear, apparently this holding applies to personal liability for damages; injunctive claims are not mentioned.
Whether an activity is legislative does not depend on the legislators' motive ...
Whether an activity is legislative does not depend on the legislators' motive ...
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