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Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act

Introduced: July 28, 2021 Introduced by: Booker, Cory A. Democratic · New Jersey See on congress.gov
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Jul 28, 2021
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

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.

What's happening now July 28, 2021

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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