Bill > HF2875

This bill proposes new legislation in Minnesota to exclude certain statements made by juveniles from being admitted as evidence in delinquency or criminal proceedings. The key provisions include: 1. Definitions of terms such as "child," "corrections staff member," "school staff member," and "social services provider." 2. Excluding statements made by a child to a school staff member, corrections staff member, or social services provider from being admissible as evidence in criminal or delinquency proceedings, unless the child first consults with an attorney. 3. Providing guidance on assessing whether a reasonable child would feel free to leave or terminate the interview or questioning. 4. Allowing exceptions for threats made to staff members or statements made while committing an act that would be a crime if committed by an adult. 5. Clarifying that the bill does not prohibit mandatory reporting requirements under existing laws. 6. Establishing an effective date of August 1, 2023, and applying to statements made on or after that date.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2875&ssn=0&y=2023