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Emancipation bill circled after floor debate over criminal-law protections for minors
Summary
House Bill 30, which would create a court process for emancipation of minors aged 16 and older, drew sustained floor debate about whether emancipated minors remain victims under criminal law; opponents sought deletions and the House voted to circle the bill for further amendment.
Representative Rosalind McGee introduced House Bill 30 to establish a formal petition process allowing minors 16 and older to request emancipation from juvenile court, outline criteria for independent living and list rights and responsibilities (including a $50 filing fee).
McGee framed the measure as helping homeless and out-of-home youth access state and federal benefits and noted support from the Utah…
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