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Israel Approves Law Allowing Defense Lawyers in Police Interrogations of Minors and Disabled

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First reported by Srugim · 6 hours ago

What happened

Israel's Knesset passed a law allowing defense lawyers to attend police interrogations of minors and mentally disabled suspects, aiming to prevent false confessions and ensure fair treatment.

01Knesset approved law allowing lawyers in interrogations of minors and mentally disabled suspects.
02Justice Minister Yariv Levin initiated the legislation to strengthen fair legal procedures.
03Law aims to reduce false confessions among vulnerable populations.
04Justice Ministry highlights the law ensures equitable treatment at critical investigation stages.
05Public Defender Anat Misad-Kanaan praised the law for protecting vulnerable suspects.
06Law follows recommendations to prevent wrongful convictions by Professor Yoram Danziger's committee.

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