Miranda rights; to be read in arrestee's native language. (HB1048)

Introduced By

Del. Mark Keam (D-Vienna)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Miranda rights to be read in arrestee's native language.  Provides that when a person accused of a criminal offense is placed under arrest and advised of his Miranda rights, the arresting officer or officers shall so advise the arrestee in his native language in a manner that ensures that the arrestee fully comprehends his rights including, if necessary, by providing the information in the arrestee's native language in verbal or written form. Read the Bill »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed

History

DateAction
01/11/2012Committee
01/11/2012Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/12 12103684D
01/11/2012Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
01/19/2012Assigned Courts sub: #1 Criminal
01/25/2012Subcommittee recommends passing by indefinitely
02/14/2012Left in Courts of Justice

Comments

VACOLAO, tracking this bill in Photosynthesis, notes:

VACOLAO supports this legislation that would insure that anyone accused of a crime truly understands their rights.