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SB 9 Enacted

Victim impact statements.

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Requires a defendant to be present in the courtroom while a victim makes a statement concerning the crime and the sentence, unless the defendant presents a safety risk or causes a significant disruption. Provides that if a defendant fails to appear at sentencing and is later taken into custody, the court may hold a hearing to permit the victim to makes a statement concerning the crime and the sentence in the presence of the defendant.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Dec 8, 2025
Last action
Feb 27, 2026 — Signed by the President of the Senate
Session
2026
Momentum
100 · Very high