Gilbert v. Richardson

Fletcher, Justice.

We granted certiorari to determine whether this action against two Walker County officials is barred under the doctrines of sovereign and official immunity. We hold that sovereign immunity is waived to the extent of liability insurance coverage provided by Walker County’s participation in the Georgia Interlocal Risk Management Agency (GIRMA) and that official immunity bans the Gilberts’ claims against Deputy Sheriff Kathy Richardson. We conclude, however, that her immunity from personal liability does not extend to her employer and that Sheriff Albert Millard may be sued…