The Ohio Supreme Court is proposing a change that would require local courts to adopt rules that creates a presumption against automatic shackling, Diaz said. “Unless a judge issues a finding that a specific child poses a risk of fleeing or harm to those in the courtroom, children should be allowed to appear in court in a dignified manner, free of restraints.”
The Supreme Court on Monday opened a comment period for people to weigh in on the proposal.
Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia already have prohibited automatic shackling in juvenile court, according to the ACLU.
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