Bill > H1540

This bill requires audiovisual recording of certain police interrogations of individuals accused of major felonies, such as murder or rape, when conducted at a place of detention. The bill creates a presumption of inadmissibility for statements made during unrecorded interrogations, which can be overcome by evidence that the statement was voluntary and reliable. The bill also provides exceptions to the recording requirement, such as for statements made voluntarily or spontaneously. The Attorney General is required to promulgate technical rules for the recordings, including the use of two cameras. The bill also clarifies that such recordings do not constitute illegal interceptions under wiretapping laws.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1540