SB 541
Modifies the Supreme Court Rule regarding the timing of motions for new trials
Sponsor:
LR Number:
4102S.01I
Committee:
Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence
Last Action:
1/9/2020 - Second Read and Referred S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
Journal Page:
S73
Title:
Calendar Position:
Effective Date:
August 28, 2020

Current Bill Summary

SB 541 - This act modifies the Supreme Court Rule regarding the timing of motions for new criminal trials.

Under the current Supreme Court Rules, a motion for a new trial or a judgment of acquittal shall be filed within 15 days after the return of the verdict.

Under this act, a motion for a new trial or a judgment of acquittal shall be filed by a defendant within 15 days after the return of the verdict. A motion for a new trial may be filed at any time by a prosecuting attorney.

MARY GRACE BRUNTRAGER

Amendments

No Amendments Found.