SB 140 (2008) -  Juvenile Proceedings/Use of Restraints on a Child [LPCC]

by Wilson
Prohibits the use of instruments of restraint, such as handcuffs, chains, irons, or straitjackets, on a child during court proceedings or elsewhere in a courthouse. Provides exceptions. Requires the Department of Juvenile Justice to comply with the Protective Action Response policy whenever mechanical restraints are used, etc.
Effective Date: 07/01/2008
Last Event: 05/02/08 S Died in Committee on Criminal Justice on Friday, May 2, 2008 5:59 PM

Referred Committees and Committee Actions

Senate Referrals

  • Criminal Justice
  • Judiciary

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Bill History

Event Time Member Committee Ver.
Event: S Died in Committee on Criminal Justice Time: 05/02/2008 - 5:59 PM Member: Committee: Version: __
Event: S Introduced, referred to Criminal Justice; Judiciary -SJ 00012 Time: 03/03/2008 - 8:30 PM Member: Committee: Version: __
Event: S Referred to Criminal Justice; Judiciary Time: 11/28/2007 - 12:27 PM Member: Committee: Version: __
Event: S Filed Time: 09/06/2007 - 3:16 PM Member: Committee: Version: __

Statutes Referenced by this Bill