2017 House Bill 4969

Restrict holding 17 year old in jail before court appearance

Introduced in the House

Sept. 14, 2017

Introduced by Rep. Tommy Brann (R-77)

To restrict holding juveniles age 17 or younger in jail pending a court appearance when they have been arrested in connection with a crime.

Referred to the Committee on Law and Justice

Nov. 28, 2018

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.