A bill to restore the integrity of the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.

1/28/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 263, also known as the "Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act," aims to uphold and protect the rights guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution. The bill seeks to address concerns about potential violations of individuals' rights under the Fifth Amendment, which protects against self-incrimination and ensures due process of law.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to strengthen protections for individuals facing criminal charges or investigations. This includes ensuring that individuals are fully informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to legal representation. The bill also aims to prevent coerced confessions and ensure that individuals are not unfairly pressured into self-incrimination.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system. This includes measures to enhance oversight of law enforcement practices and ensure that individuals are treated fairly and impartially under the law. Overall, Bill 119 s 263 seeks to restore the integrity of the Fifth Amendment and uphold the principles of justice and fairness in the US legal system. It aims to protect individuals' rights and ensure that they are afforded due process under the law.
Congress
119

Number
S - 263

Introduced on
2025-01-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 263, also known as the "Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act," aims to uphold and protect the rights guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution. The bill seeks to address concerns about potential violations of individuals' rights under the Fifth Amendment, which protects against self-incrimination and ensures due process of law.

The main provisions of the bill include measures to strengthen protections for individuals facing criminal charges or investigations. This includes ensuring that individuals are fully informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to legal representation. The bill also aims to prevent coerced confessions and ensure that individuals are not unfairly pressured into self-incrimination.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve transparency and accountability in the criminal justice system. This includes measures to enhance oversight of law enforcement practices and ensure that individuals are treated fairly and impartially under the law. Overall, Bill 119 s 263 seeks to restore the integrity of the Fifth Amendment and uphold the principles of justice and fairness in the US legal system. It aims to protect individuals' rights and ensure that they are afforded due process under the law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to restore the integrity of the Fifth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action1/27/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.