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CT SB00434

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2022

Primary Sponsor

Judiciary Committee

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Origin

Senate

2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Courts must provide advance notice to crime victims and their family members when a jury reaches a verdict but before the verdict is announced in open court
  • Notice must be provided by the court in collaboration with the prosecuting authority and any assigned victim advocate
  • Advance notice must allow crime victims and family members sufficient time to travel to court and be present in the courtroom during verdict announcement
  • Effective date is October 1, 2022

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Court Processes Associated With The Announcement Of A Verdict In A Criminal Proceeding.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/18

3/14/2022

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/11/2022

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