For the purposes of this section, any Act of Congress applicable exclusively to the District of Columbia shall be considered to be a statute of the District of Columbia.

Jul 17, 2025 · A lawsuit under Section 1983 can only be brought against a person “acting under the color of state law.” This phrase refers to individuals exercising authority given to them by a state, county, …

A Section § 1983 lawsuit permits you to seek financial compensation for violations of your constitutional rights by state and local government officials, such as police officers or prison guards, while they …

See below for instructions concerning particular constitutional violations. Instructions 7.0 through 7.5 concern employment discrimination and retaliation claims under Section 1983.

Sep 23, 2024 · In this detailed guide, we’ll break down each element of a Section 1983 claim, explore the steps to file a lawsuit and examine common challenges you may face. 42 U.S.C. § 1983, often …

Jun 13, 2022 · A Section 1983 claim provides a legal remedy when a person acting under the authority of state law violates a plaintiff's federally protected rights. Actionable claims must allege a violation of …

Aug 28, 2023 · FindLaw's overview of 42 U.S.C., Section 1983, which provides a civil cause of action for a person whose rights were violated by a state official.

Aug 26, 2024 · Section 1983 holds individual government officials accountable and allows lawsuits against governmental entities, including local, state, and federal agencies. However, these entities …

Nov 5, 2025 · Section 1983 provides an individual the right to sue state government employees and others acting "under color of state law" for civil rights violations. Section 1983 does not provide civil …

Mar 28, 2025 · Learn who can be sued under 42 USC 1983, key legal principles, and what to expect when pursuing a claim for constitutional rights violations.