Senate File 1767: Protections for children taken into law enforcement custody

Sponsor:
Senator Yvonne Prettner Solon (DFL)

Summary:
This bill requires parental notification before a child taken into custody by a peace officer may be interviewed or interrogated.

Status:
02/05/2004 (S) REFERRED TO CRIME PREVENTION AND PUBLIC SAFETY
02/05/2004 (S) INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING

Action Requested:
None at this time.

HSLDA's Position:
Support. This bill provides parents an opportunity to advise their children if the children are questioned by police. It is an appropriate application of a parent's right and duty to care for a child."

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