HB 55
AN ACT relating to civil liability of a parent or guardian.
In Plain Language
This bill makes parents, guardians, or other legal caretakers financially responsible if a minor in their care injures or kills someone using a weapon like a gun, explosive, or other deadly weapon. The bill includes some limited exceptions to this rule and updates existing related law to match these changes.
Official summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 411 to establish civil liability against a parent, guardian, or other person legally responsible for a minor if the minor causes the injury or death of another by the use of a destructive device, explosive, firearm, or other deadly weapon; provide limited exemptions; amend KRS 411.155 to conform.
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Cosponsors
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Latest action
to Judiciary (H)
Feb 4, 2025
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