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MN SF2836
MN SF2836Juveniles statements as evidence in delinquency or criminal proceedings exclusion authorization
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Introduced
03/13/2023
03/13/2023
In Committee
03/13/2023
03/13/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to judiciary; excluding certain statements made by juveniles from being admitted as evidence in delinquency or criminal proceedings; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 634.
AI Summary
This bill would prohibit the use of certain statements made by children (defined as individuals under the age of 18) as evidence in criminal or delinquency proceedings, unless the child first consults with an attorney. The exclusion applies to statements made to school staff, corrections staff, or social services providers, as well as statements made during certain school-related proceedings. However, the exclusion does not apply to threats or statements made during the commission of a crime. The bill also clarifies that it does not prohibit mandatory reporting of information as required by law. The provisions of this bill would take effect on August 1, 2023 and apply to statements made on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety (on 03/13/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2836&ssn=0&y=2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF2836&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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