i just got in to a heated dispute with my roomies and they say you can i say you cant
2007-03-25 15:45:41 · 4 answers · asked by kyle f 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Theoretically, the answer is yes. An individual may sue the United States government for constitutional violations (e.g. "yellow fever" camps) or breach of contract cases pertaining to constitutional violations (e.g. a governmental employer deprives an individual of thier liberty interest because of unfounded discrimination [race is a good example]).
Nevertheless, the practical reality of suing the government is that the United States ususually has governmental immunity from causes of action from citizens. So, while it is possible to sue the government in America, it is quite arduous to do so in actuality.
2007-03-25 16:24:25 · answer #1 · answered by The Seeker 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can sue them for damages (money) if they do something wrong or don't follow the law, for instance they put you in jail for a crime you didn't commit, and you get released, but you have to prove they are negligent. Also, if you want them to change the law or policy, you have to get in trouble with the law first, and then appeal the verdict. You then have to prove it's unconstitutional. Other than that, you have no recourse against the government.
2007-03-25 18:17:55 · answer #2 · answered by chaseunchase 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, but it isn't easy and usually costs more than you could make in 3 or 4 life times. There is a very strict protocol to do so.
Man that scraped some of the rust off from government courses I took about 50 yrs ago when in university!...LOL
2007-03-25 15:56:13 · answer #3 · answered by pinelake302 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the government goes down to the level of a private person, like entering into a contract, then you can sue the government for performance or for breach of contract!
2007-03-25 15:51:43 · answer #4 · answered by jong 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋