CT SB01071

Defines "deception or coercive tactics" to include unreasonably depriving interrogated persons of physical or mental health needs such as food, sleep, restrooms, or prescribed medications.

Prohibits law enforcement from using or threatening physical force, unlawful arrest, unlawful penalties, or unlawful administrative or immigration sanctions during custodial interrogation.

For persons under 18 years old, additionally prohibits communicating false facts about evidence, false statements or misrepresentations of law, or false or misleading promises of leniency or benefits.

Creates a presumption that any admission, confession, or statement made during custodial interrogation involving deception or coercive tactics is involuntary and inadmissible in any proceeding.

Allows the state to overcome this presumption only by proving by clear and convincing evidence that the statement was voluntary and that the tactics did not undermine its reliability or create substantial risk of false self-incrimination.