Rhode Island H7195 prohibits questioning of a juvenile suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior unless a parent, guardian, or attorney is present.

Rhode Island H7195 amends the Family Court proceedings to ensure that any questioning of a juvenile suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior must occur in the presence of a parent, legal guardian, or attorney. Exceptions include cases where the juvenile has waived their right to have a parent or guardian present, or if the juvenile is emancipated or misrepresented their age as 18 or older. The bill also mandates that the juvenile must be informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney, before any questioning.

Rhode Island H7195 prohibits questioning of a juvenile suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior unless a parent, guardian, or attorney is present.

Rhode Island H7195 amends the Family Court proceedings to ensure that any questioning of a juvenile suspected of delinquent or criminal behavior must occur in the presence of a parent, legal guardian, or attorney. Exceptions include cases where the juvenile has waived their right to have a parent or guardian present, or if the juvenile is emancipated or misrepresented their age as 18 or older. The bill also mandates that the juvenile must be informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney, before any questioning.