SJR 44
Modifies provisions relating to jury trial waivers
Sponsor:
LR Number:
3176S.01I
Committee:
Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence
Last Action:
1/10/2022 - Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
Journal Page:
S91
Title:
Calendar Position:
Effective Date:
Upon voter approval

Current Bill Summary

SJR 44 - Under current law, in every criminal case a defendant may, with the assent of the court, waive a trial by jury. This proposed Constitutional amendment, if approved by the voters, adds that a defendant may waive a trial by jury if he or she receives assent by both the government and the court.

This act is identical to SJR 22 (2021).

MARY GRACE PRINGLE

Amendments

No Amendments Found.