Hacker News
new
|
past
|
comments
|
ask
|
show
|
jobs
|
submit
login
dreamdu5t
on Sept 1, 2012
|
parent
|
context
|
favorite
| on:
Members of Congress Demand Answers for the Unjust ...
If it was an illegal seizure than the victim should sue. That's the only way to make change here.
dangrossman
on Sept 1, 2012
[–]
You generally can't sue the federal government.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sovereign_immunity_in_the_Unite...
sp332
on Sept 1, 2012
|
parent
[–]
Sovereign immunity is waived in some situations. Tresspass (during execution of a search) is often sue-able. Some courts as well as some members of congress support waiving it for improper seizures as well but it's less clear.
Consider applying for YC's Summer 2026 batch! Applications are open till May 4
Guidelines
|
FAQ
|
Lists
|
API
|
Security
|
Legal
|
Apply to YC
|
Contact
Search:
