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OH HB156
Bill
Status
5/7/2013
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Reece
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AI Summary
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Restraints must be removed from alleged or adjudicated delinquent children before juvenile court hearings or proceedings commence, except as provided in division (B)
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Restraints may be used during hearings or proceedings only if the presiding judge determines they are necessary to prevent physical harm to the child or others, or to prevent the child from fleeing
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The presiding juvenile court judge has sole authority to determine whether to place restraints on a child in a juvenile court hearing or proceeding
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Juvenile court prosecutors or law enforcement officers may petition the court on a case-by-case basis to place restraints on a child during hearings or proceedings
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"Restraints" are defined as handcuffs, chains, irons, or other devices used to restrain a person's movements
Legislative Description
To require restraints to be removed from an alleged or adjudicated delinquent child prior to the commencement of a juvenile court hearing or proceeding unless the court determines that the use of restraints is necessary to prevent physical harm to the child or another person or to prevent the child from escaping.
Juvenile court proceedings-use of restraints
Last Action
To Judiciary
5/7/2013