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MA H1361

Relative to pre-trial detention


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to adjournments of examinations and trials. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 35 of Chapter 276 of the General Laws in Massachusetts. The key provision of the bill is to reduce the maximum number of days from thirty to twenty for an adjournment of an examination or trial. This change aims to reduce the pre-trial detention period for individuals awaiting their hearings or trials.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)

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