Governmental Immunity
/ˌɡʌvərnˈmɛntl ɪˈmjunɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal doctrine shielding governmental entities and officials from certain lawsuits or liabilities without consent.
Governmental immunity often protects states from being sued without their permission.
- (n.) Doctrine preventing suits against government unless specific statutes waive immunity.
The court ruled that governmental immunity barred the lawsuit due to lack of waiver.
Forms
- governmental immunity
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Commentary
Governmental immunity is distinct from but related to sovereign immunity; carefully note the jurisdiction-specific scope and exceptions, especially waivers and distinctions between types of immunity.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.