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Senate adopts third substitute of SB49 to expand juvenile custodial protections

Utah Senate · February 1, 2023

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Summary

The Utah Senate adopted the third substitute to Senate Bill 49, expanding Miranda-like protections for juveniles with cognitive differences by extending time to secure a 'friendly adult' and lengthening interrogation windows so youths better understand their rights; the bill passed 25–0 and will be sent to the House.

Senators adopted the third substitute to Senate Bill 49 after floor presentation and moved the bill to passage. The sponsor (addressed on the floor as Senator Eby) explained the substitute clarifies how Miranda advisements are delivered to juveniles who may have cognitive or special-education needs and…

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