H7037Introduced in the House
Prohibits handcuffing children twelve (12) or under at initial police contact unless needed for public safety or if the child is using or threatening physical force against an officer.
Introduced by Julie Casimiro, District 31
What does this bill do?
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Official description
DELINQUENT AND DEPENDENT CHILDREN -- PROCEEDINGS IN FAMILY COURT - Prohibits handcuffing children twelve (12) or under at initial police contact unless needed for public safety or if the child is using or threatening physical force against an officer.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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