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Digest
HB 688 restricts the application of the death penalty to individuals with intellectual disabilities, as defined by prevailing medical standards. It establishes procedures for determining intellectual disability in capital cases, including hearings and evaluations by qualified experts. The determination may involve a jury or judge, depending on the circumstances. The bill applies only to trials commencing on or after the effective date, September 1, 2025.
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Contact the Author
Rep. Senfronia Thompson
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0720
Capitol Office:
CAP 3S.6
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