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S08890Introduced in the Senate

Provides that if a defendant dies when they have a pending appeal, such appeal shall be dismissed and the trial court's judgment shall remain in effect.

Introduced

Introduced by Dean Murray, District 3

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Provides that if a defendant dies when they have a pending appeal, such appeal shall be dismissed and the trial court's judgment shall remain in effect.

Where it stands

DEFEATED IN CODES

May 18, 2026

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Bill history

  1. REFERRED TO CODES

  2. NOTICE OF COMMITTEE CONSIDERATION - REQUESTED

  3. DEFEATED IN CODES

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