IN SB0278 | 2020 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: Introduced on January 9 2020 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2020-01-09 - First reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
Pending: Senate Judiciary Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Representation of the indigent at initial hearing. Provides that an indigent defendant has the right to consult with and be represented by counsel at the initial hearing. Provides that prior to conducting the initial hearing, if the judicial officer determines that a person is indigent, the judicial officer shall provide the person with sufficient time to consult with counsel prior to conducting the initial hearing.

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Title

Representation of the indigent at initial hearing.

Sponsors


History

DateChamberAction
2020-01-09SenateFirst reading: referred to Committee on Judiciary
2020-01-09SenateAuthored by Senator Lanane

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Bill Comments

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