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CT HB05210

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/22/2024

Primary Sponsor

Aging Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes an elder justice unit within the Division of Criminal Justice, effective October 1, 2024, under the Chief State's Attorney's authority

  • The elder justice unit shall investigate and prosecute criminal matters involving criminal activity against elderly persons

  • Amends Connecticut General Statutes section 51-279(a) to authorize the Chief State's Attorney to create the elder justice unit as one of several bureaus and divisions within the Division of Criminal Justice

  • The Chief State's Attorney retains authority to select professional, technical, and other personnel necessary for the unit's operations, subject to state personnel policies and compensation plans

  • Referred to the Committee on Aging with a Joint Favorable recommendation

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing An Elder Justice Unit In The Division Of Criminal Justice.

Last Action

Referred by House to Committee on Appropriations

4/8/2024

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/8/2024
Select Committee on Aging2/22/2024

Full Bill Text

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