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Committee Debates Parent Waiver Proposal to Juvenile Interrogation Rule (HB 449)
Summary
Supporters of HB 449 say allowing parents to waive a juvenile's right to consult counsel before questioning can aid investigations and sometimes benefit the child. Civil-rights and defense groups warned it would erode constitutional protections and increase false confessions, urging rejection or amendment.
House Bill 449 would amend the Child Interrogation Protection Act to allow a parent or guardian to consent to a custodial interrogation of a juvenile without the juvenile's consultation with counsel. Supporters including delegates and several state's-attorney offices said parental involvement often helps identify co-defendants and can benefit a juvenile whose statement…
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