HR 2834 United States House · 117th Congress

Protecting Miranda Rights for Kids Act

Summary
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.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2021
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Introduced Apr 26, 2021 Last action Oct 19, 2021
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Oct 19, 2021
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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Apr 26, 2021
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Apr 26, 2021
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors

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