Bill > H1288

This bill establishes a parent-child testimonial privilege, meaning a parent generally cannot be forced to testify in a legal proceeding against their unemancipated minor child, unless the child is accused of committing a crime against a family member. However, a child can compel their parent to testify if the parent has evidence that could prove the child's innocence. For the purposes of this privilege, "parent" includes a natural, adoptive, or stepparent whose relationship existed at the time of the event in question. This privilege aims to protect family relationships by limiting compelled testimony within the family unit.