Supreme Court Police Parity Act of 2022
Jun 16, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 1288
Became law: Jun 16, 2022
Jun 16, 2022
Statute: 136 Stat. 1288
Became law: Jun 16, 2022
Summary
Allows the Supreme Court Marshal to provide police protection to the immediate family of Justices and other Court officers if it is deemed necessary.
What problem does this solve?
Families of Supreme Court Justices did not have official police protection, which could put them in danger. This law allows the Supreme Court Marshal to protect the immediate family of Justices and Court officers if needed.
What does this law do?
Protection for family members of justices and officers
Authorizes the Marshal of the Supreme Court to protect the immediate family of the Chief Justice, any Associate Justice, or any officer of the Court if the Marshal determines it is necessary.
Who does this affect?
- Immediate family of Supreme Court Justices
- Immediate family of Supreme Court officers
What is the real world impact?
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Provides security parity with other branches
Ensures that the families of Supreme Court Justices receive the same level of protection as high-level officials in the legislative and executive branches, especially in response to rising threats.
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Expands police authority
Increases the authority of the Supreme Court Marshal and allocates resources for protective services, which some may view as an expansion of federal police power for a select few.
When does this start?
This law became effective when it was signed on June 16, 2022.