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HB 1455 Failed

Representation by Counsel in Hearings on Petitions for Risk Protection Orders

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Representation by Counsel in Hearings on Petitions for Risk Protection Orders; Provides respondent has right to be represented by an attorney in risk protection order proceeding & right to have counsel appointed if he or she is indigent & desires representation; authorizes appointed private attorney to be compensated; requires specified notice to respondent; authorizes public defender or regional counsel to represent respondent in specified circumstances; specifies a compensation limitation for appointed private counsel.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Jan 9, 2026
Last action
Mar 13, 2026 — Died in Justice Budget Subcommittee
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled