Is qualified immunity written into the Constitution?

No. Qualified immunity is a judicially created doctrine applied to civil rights lawsuits under 42 U.S.C. §1983.

Do police officers have absolute immunity?

No. Police officers may receive qualified immunity in certain circumstances, but they do not have absolute immunity.

Can Congress eliminate qualified immunity?

Yes. Because qualified immunity is not constitutionally mandated, Congress has authority to modify or abolish it by statute.

Do prosecutors always have absolute immunity?

No. Prosecutors have absolute immunity only for core prosecutorial functions, not for investigative or administrative conduct.

Does immunity prevent criminal charges against officials?

No. Immunity doctrines apply only to civil liability and do not bar criminal prosecution.

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