Bill > SB5463

This bill amends the existing law (RCW 13.40.740) to require law enforcement to provide juvenile suspects with access to an attorney for consultation before they waive any constitutional rights. The bill specifies that this consultation cannot be waived. It also states that statements made by a juvenile during these situations are not admissible in court, with some exceptions, unless the juvenile has been provided access to an attorney and has expressly waived their rights. The bill also outlines limited circumstances where law enforcement can question a juvenile without providing access to an attorney. Additionally, the bill clarifies the role of legal counsel in asserting or waiving a juvenile's constitutional rights.