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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to prohibit the use of deception during juvenile custodial interrogations. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of deception during custodial interrogations of juveniles (individuals under the age of 18). It establishes that any statement made by a juvenile during a custodial interrogation where law enforcement engaged in deception will be presumed to be involuntary and therefore inadmissible as evidence in court. The bill defines "deception" as communicating false or misleading facts, information, evidence, or unauthorized offers of leniency. The presumption of involuntariness can be overcome if the prosecution proves beyond a reasonable doubt that the statement was voluntary and not made due to deception. This bill aims to ensure the integrity and fairness of the juvenile justice system by protecting young individuals from coercive interrogation tactics.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Lindsay Sabadosa (D)*,
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Russell Holmes (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Margaret Scarsdale (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4831 (on 07/22/2024)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1756 |
BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1756.pdf |
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