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.
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