HB1247

Pennsylvania HB1247 prohibits deception during custodial interrogation of individuals with intellectual disability or autism.

HB1247 amends Pennsylvania's Title 42 to prohibit law enforcement officers from using deception during custodial interrogation of individuals with intellectual disability or autism. Confessions made under such circumstances are presumed inadmissible in court unless proven voluntary. The act defines terms such as "individual with an intellectual disability or autism" and "custodial interrogation." The presumption of inadmissibility can be overcome if evidence shows the confession was voluntary. The act takes effect 60 days after enactment.