Joint Resolution Amending Court Rules Related to Capital Felony Cases in Utah.

This resolution amends Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure, Rule 23B, to address remand of a capital felony case for findings on ineffective assistance of counsel. It also amends Utah Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 27, to address a stay of the execution of a sentence. The resolution makes technical and conforming changes to ensure the defendant is not a flight risk and does not pose a danger if released under certain conditions. The resolution takes effect upon a two-thirds vote of all members elected to each house.

Joint Resolution Amending Court Rules Related to Capital Felony Cases in Utah.

This resolution amends Utah Rules of Appellate Procedure, Rule 23B, to address remand of a capital felony case for findings on ineffective assistance of counsel. It also amends Utah Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 27, to address a stay of the execution of a sentence. The resolution makes technical and conforming changes to ensure the defendant is not a flight risk and does not pose a danger if released under certain conditions. The resolution takes effect upon a two-thirds vote of all members elected to each house.