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MS HB152
Bill
Status
Failed
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Ford
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AI Summary
- Authorizes judges to conduct courtroom proceedings by video conference when deemed appropriate and performed according to specified conditions, with such proceedings considered held in open court
- Requires 90 days' written notice to all parties before civil proceedings, preliminary appearances, arraignments, bail hearings, and trial settings may occur via video conference
- Mandates video conferences meet quality and accessibility standards including simultaneous audio and video for all participants, public access to observe, and ability for any party to request an in-person hearing
- Requires written or on-record agreement from all parties and judge approval for criminal proceedings not listed above, including guilty pleas, to be conducted by video
- Treats electronic or facsimile signatures as original signatures for all court documents and orders in video conference proceedings, effective July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Courtroom proceeding; authorize video conferences for certain proceedings.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary A1/10/2025
Full Bill Text
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