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AR HB1126
Bill
Status
Passed
3/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Brian Evans
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AI Summary
- Amends Arkansas Code § 16-90-1112 to require courts to permit victims to present impact statements concerning the crime's effects, circumstances, and manner of perpetration before sentencing
- Allows victims to present statements in writing before sentencing or orally under oath during the sentencing proceeding
- Requires defendants to physically remain in the courtroom during victim impact statement presentations unless the court determines the defendant is behaving disruptively or poses a safety threat
- Mandates courts provide copies of all written victim impact statements to the prosecuting attorney and defendant
- Requires courts to adjourn sentencing or take appropriate action if a victim impact statement includes new material factual information the court intends to rely on, allowing defendants adequate opportunity to respond
Legislative Description
Concerning A Victim Impact Statement In A Criminal Trial.
Last Action
Notification that HB1126 is now Act 301
3/5/2019
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/21/2019
Judiciary1/14/2019
Full Bill Text
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