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SF 89
A bill for an act relating to confidential mail sent by an inmate’s attorney to an inmate committed to the custody of the department of corrections.
Agenda
Subcommittee members: Reichman-CH, Quirmbach, Rowley
Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Room 217 Conference Room
Comments Submitted:
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02-01-2023
James Brown [None]
The language in this legislation would prohibit attorneys from being able to share items needed such as copies of reports from third parties providing evidence or advice. That limitation would hinder the inmate's ability to participate in his/her own legal proceeding.