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Thursday, January 28, 2016

Taking a Stand: Sandra Bland Bill for Video Taping of All Arraignments


     Sandra Bland was arraigned on a felony charge and fined without an attorney present.  This is an intent by the police, district attorney and the court to circumvent the due process of law. She was not allowed to post bond.


Bill

Committee:

Principal Author: Brimingwith
Bill No:
Delegation:


Title of Bill:  Sandra Bland Bill for Recording of Detainee Arraignment


1. All arraignment proceedings must be videotaped.  

2. All persons who are charged with a felony and specifically persons with a first time alleged offense require a court appointed attorney or their own attorney at any arraignment. The prosecutor must present all videos of the incident during the arraignment with a copy for the defense attorney.



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