HOUSE 2834117th CongressReferred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act
- Last Action
- 10/19/2021
Actions
- 2021-10-19Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
- 2021-04-26Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2021-04-26Introduced in House
- 2021-04-26Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2021-04-26 (00)
Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act
This bill establishes procedural requirements related to the custodial interrogation of a minor.
Among the requirements, the custodial interrogation of a minor must comply with the following:
- an arresting officer must notify the minor's parent, guardian, or legal custodian of the arrest and provide the location where the minor is being detained; and
- a minor who is subject to a custodial interrogation must consult with legal counsel in person before waiving the privilege against self-incrimination or the right to counsel.
If a custodial interrogation does not comply with the requirements, then a statement by a minor during the custodial interrogation and any evidence derived from that statement are inadmissible.
Cosponsors (6)
- Karen Bass (D-CA)
- Greg Stanton (D-AZ)
- David Trone (D-MD)
- J. Correa (D-CA)
- Juan Vargas (D-CA)
- ELEANOR NORTON (D-DC)
Subjects
- Child safety and welfare
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Detention of persons
- Evidence and witnesses
- Family relationships
- Juvenile crime and gang violence
- Lawyers and legal services
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