SB 657
Justifiable homicide; authorizing appeal of certain ruling to Court of Criminal Appeals. Effective date.
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Bill overview
This bill allows individuals convicted of justifiable homicide to appeal a ruling from a district court to the Court of Criminal Appeals. Currently, there are limited circumstances under which an appeal is permitted in these cases. The bill expands the scope of appeals, providing a greater opportunity for review of decisions related to justifiable homicide. It also sets an effective date for the changes outlined in the bill.
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