HB 842 KY
AN ACT relating to interrogation of children.
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Summary
Create a new section of KRS Chapter 610 to define terms; prohibit the use of deceptive methods when a child is being interrogated; create a new rule of evidence to limit the admissibility of statements made during the interrogation of a child in violation of statute.
Sponsor (1)
- J. Watkins Democratic · primary
Action history (3)
- Mar 3, 2026 introduced in House · lower
- Mar 3, 2026 to Committee on Committees (H) · lower
- Mar 10, 2026 to Judiciary (H) · lower
Subjects
Attorney, Commonwealth'sAttorney, CountyChildren And MinorsCivil RightsCrimes And PunishmentsCriminal ProcedureLocal MandatePeace Officers And Law EnforcementRules Of Evidence
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