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HB 397 (2017)

Summary:

Prohibits the use of handcuffs on a minor in a court facility occupied by members of the public; prohibits a prosecutor, law enforcement officer, or other public employee from advising a juvenile or the juvenile's parent to waive the right to counsel; and codifies the annulment procedure for a juvenile criminal offense that occurred between May 14, 2014 and July 1, 2015 and while the person was 17 years of age.

Bill Sponsor:
Mary Beth Walz
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Bill Became Law?:
Yes
Status Detail:
Signed by Governor
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