Which Florida Statute protects state, county, or city officers from personal liability in tort actions while acting within their employment scope?

Florida Statute 768.28 provides specific protections for state, county, or city officers and employees from personal liability in tort actions as long as they are acting within the scope of their employment. This statute establishes that, under certain conditions, public employees cannot be held personally liable for acts or omissions that occur in the course of their official duties, as long as their actions are not willful, negligent, or wrongful.

The key aspect of this statute is the focus on protecting government officials from the fear of personal lawsuits when they are making decisions and taking actions that serve the public interest. This fosters an environment where public servants can perform their duties without the constant risk of personal financial repercussions, thereby enabling them to focus on their responsibilities more effectively.

In contrast, the other statutes listed pertain to different aspects of law. For example, Florida Statute 776.012 relates to justifiable use of force, while Statute 112.181 and Statute 119.07 address issues of death benefits for public officers and public records, respectively. Thus, while they may offer certain legal protections or govern different legal matters, they do not specifically address the protection from personal liability in tort actions for public servants as recognized by Florida Statute 768.28