Bill > HB0259

This bill addresses the interrogation of a child by law enforcement. It requires that a child's parent, guardian, or a "friendly adult" be present during a custodial interrogation, unless certain exceptions apply. The bill also requires that the child be advised of their constitutional rights and the right to have a parent, guardian, or friendly adult present. It mandates that any interrogation be recorded and establishes a presumption that any statement made by the child is inadmissible if the requirements are not followed, which the prosecution must rebut by a preponderance of the evidence. The bill takes effect on May 1, 2024.