Immunity from civil and criminal liability extends to which groups?

• A. Authorized Volunteers of CPS
• B. Law Enforcement Officers
• C. Both Authorized Volunteers and Law Enforcement Officers
• D. Only Judges

Answer: (C)

Immunity from civil and criminal liability applies to individuals who are performing official duties to protect children, specifically authorized volunteers and law enforcement officers. Authorized volunteers are people approved by the child welfare agency to assist in investigations or services; they have immunity when acting in good faith within their official capacity, shielding them from civil damages and criminal charges for actions taken as part of their duties, as long as there’s no willful misconduct or gross negligence. Law enforcement officers also receive this protection when carrying out duties related to child protection and enforcement, again in good faith and within their authority. It’s not limited to judges, which is why the correct understanding is that both groups receive immunity.