Capital murder; notice to State of expert testimony 60 days before trial. (HB568)
Introduced By
Del. Sal Iaquinto (R-Virginia Beach)
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Passed House |
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Signed by Governor |
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Description
Notice to Commonwealth of expert testimony in sentencing phase of capital murder trial. Provides that in any case in which a defendant charged with capital murder intends, in the event of conviction, to present testimony of an expert witness to support a claim in mitigation relating to the defendant's history, character or mental condition, he or his attorney shall give notice in writing to the attorney for the Commonwealth, at least 60 days (currently 21 days) before trial, of his intention to present such testimony. The bill also provides, however, that if the period between indictment and trial is less than 120 days, the defendant or his attorney shall give such notice no later than 60 days following indictment. View Full Text »
