Bill would grant Michigan police officers civil immunity in self-defense cases

Bill would grant Mich. police officers civil immunity in self-defense cases

“Someone who defends his life is not guilty of murder, even if he is forced to deal his aggressor a lethal blow,” Rep. James DeSana said, citing the Catechism

Bill would grant Michigan police officers civil immunity in self-defense cases

Announced during a high-profile murder trial, the proposed bill would provide civil immunity protections to officers who claim self-defense and are cleared of criminal charges.

Qualified Immunity in Shooting of Off-Duty Cop

Green v. City of St. Louis, 2025 WL 1038046 (8th Cir. 2025) In St. Louis, Missouri, several officers were covertly following a suspected stolen vehicle. The suspects “made” the surveillance detail and fled. The police, including Officer Christopher Tanner, pursued. While other units deployed spike strips, the suspects began shooting at the pursuing officers. The suspects then crashed near the home of Officer Milton Green, an off-duty officer who…

Rep. DeSana speaks on self-defense at a rally for Grand Rapids officer Christopher Schurr - The Midwesterner

On Monday morning in downtown Grand Rapids, Rep. Jim DeSana, R-Carleton, joined a rally to support Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr. Speaking outside the Kent County Courthouse, DeSana promoted his proposed amendment to the Michigan Self-Defense Act, highlighting the need to strengthen protections for individuals who act lawfully to defend themselves or others. DeSana […]