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H.R. 4272 (97th)

Assistance of Counsel Before Grand Juries Act of 1981

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27 July 1981

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29 August 2025

Summary

Assistance of Counsel Before Grand Juries Act of 1981 - Amends the Federal criminal code to entitle a witness subpoenaed to testify before a Federal grand jury to be assisted by counsel during questioning. Prohibits such counsel from addressing the Government attorney or otherwise participating in the proceedings. Authorizes the court to remove such counsel.

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