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Legal Aid for Individuals with Disabilities in the Justice System

This act aims to provide legal support for individuals with disabilities involved in the justice system. Through this program, citizens with disabilities will have better access to defending their rights, which can reduce the risk of wrongful arrest or incarceration and assist in their reintegration into society after serving time.
Key points
Grant program for protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities in the criminal justice system.
Ensuring individuals with disabilities are not inappropriately placed in the criminal justice system.
Representing and advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities who are arrested, incarcerated, or under supervision.
Support for re-entry planning to reduce recidivism among individuals with disabilities.
Training for law enforcement and correctional staff on interacting with individuals with disabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5258
Sponsor: Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]
Process start date: 2023-08-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protection and Advocacy for Criminal Legal Services Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5258.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-08-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grant program for protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities in the criminal justice system.
  • Ensuring individuals with disabilities are not inappropriately placed in the criminal justice system.
  • Representing and advocating for the rights of individuals with disabilities who are arrested, incarcerated, or under supervision.
  • Support for re-entry planning to reduce recidivism among individuals with disabilities.
  • Training for law enforcement and correctional staff on interacting with individuals with disabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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