How Judicial Immunity Works

Summary

This source is an article explaining the concept of judicial immunity, which protects judges and other government officials from civil lawsuits for actions taken in their official capacities.

The article outlines the two-part test for determining whether judicial immunity applies, defines judicial immunity, and cites relevant legal cases and statutes. It explains that while judicial immunity is absolute for actions within a judge's jurisdiction, it does not protect actions taken in a complete absence of jurisdiction.

The article also emphasizes the purpose of judicial immunity: to safeguard the integrity of the judicial process and protect judges from undue harassment or intimidation that could hinder their independent decision-making.