The Importance of the SCRA and Compliance Obligations
For many, the SCRA might not be a familiar term, but it plays a critical role in providing active-duty military personnel with financial and legal protections. This law grants servicemembers some breathing room to focus on their duties without worrying about legal or financial penalties back home. The protections range from financial relief measures to safeguards like this one that prevent their property from being auctioned without due process.
Since 2011, the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division has worked tirelessly to enforce the SCRA, helping to secure over $481 million in financial relief for more than 147,000 servicemembers impacted by similar issues. This ongoing effort aims to ensure that towing companies, landlords, and other service providers respect servicemembers’ rights and follow legal protocols. Additional information on the SCRA’s enforcement can be found here.
California’s Stand on Protecting Military Members
California’s commitment to servicemembers goes beyond symbolic gestures; the state actively enforces laws to prevent companies from overstepping. U.S. Attorney Tara McGrath emphasized that these laws allow servicemembers to focus on their duties, knowing that their rights are secured. “We’re fighting to make sure those protections remain robust,” she said. This lawsuit sends a message to businesses to prioritize compliance and uphold servicemembers’ rights.
When companies overlook their legal obligations under the SCRA, the financial and personal impact on military families can be substantial. Servicemembers dedicate their lives to protecting ours, and in return, laws like the SCRA ensure that they don’t return to financial ruin.
