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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the use of telephones by persons in detention facilities. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 33A of Chapter 276 of the Massachusetts General Laws to require that individuals accused of a crime be afforded the opportunity to place a second phone call to make arrangements for the care of a dependent person or pet, in addition to the existing provision that allows them to contact an attorney.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1471 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1471.pdf |
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