KY SB358

Requires children taken into custody on criminal charges to consult with legal counsel before any custodial interrogation or waiver of constitutional rights, with consultation occurring in person, by telephone, or video conference in a private location

Prohibits waiver of the mandatory legal consultation requirement for children facing custodial interrogation

Defines "custodial interrogation" as any interview by a peace officer where a reasonable child would believe they are in custody associated with arrest and where questions are likely to elicit incriminating responses

Amends KRS 610.200, 610.220, and 630.040 to incorporate the new consultation requirements and update cross-references throughout Kentucky's juvenile justice statutes

Maintains existing protections including prohibition on detaining children 10 years old or under in juvenile detention facilities (except for capital offenses or Class A/B felonies) and requirement for sight and sound separation from adult prisoners