If they are on their way to a vote. Patrick Kennedy tried this a little while back.
Yes, but not while Congress is actually in session.
The purpose is to prevent the arrest and prosecution of unpopular legislatures based on their political views.
From another answer to the same question.
In Congress or going to or coming from Congress, but only when Congress is in session. The exception to this immunity is for charges of treason, felony and breach of peace.
No
There are no laws that state members of Congress can be arrested for shutting down the Government.
speaches or debates
"Treason, felony, and breach of the peace."
It's called parliamentary privilege
When they violate the law like anyone else.Added: The only time they are immune from arrest is when Congress is in session and they are actually on the floor of their respective chamber (House or Senate).
they cannot be arrested when going to coming from congress & a member cannot be sued or punished for anything he or she might say in congress...
No. Under law, he can only be "arrested" if he has committed treason, a felony, or a breach of the peace. For any other crime, he can only be arrested when he returns home from a session. As long as he stays in the Congressional chambers, he cannot be removed. Once Congress adjourns, he can be arrested and prosecuted on any charge.
While Congress is in session why can't they get arrested easily
true
Congress has a total of 433 members. There is currently, a total of 78 members of Congress that are minorities.
how many members of congress owned slaves how many members of congress owned slaves
No they were not arrested