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AR HB1367

Bill

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Stetson Painter

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Expands jury qualification eligibility to include licensed drivers and identification card holders (in addition to registered voters), with enhanced prospective jury lists available in participating counties
  • Changes jury selection source from voter registration lists to licensed drivers lists, allowing courts to draw from a broader pool of potential jurors
  • Authorizes courts to use computerized random selection programs instead of traditional jury wheels or boxes for selecting juror panels
  • Requires the Secretary of State to receive lists of licensed drivers, registered voters, and identification card holders from the Department of Finance and Administration and county clerks for jury selection purposes
  • Allows administrative circuit judges to determine whether to use the standard licensed drivers list or an enhanced list (including registered voters and ID card holders) for jury selection based on whether the pool provides adequate community representation

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning The Process Of Jury Selection.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/7/2023

Full Bill Text

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