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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 life sentences without eligibility for parole. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends several sections of the Massachusetts General Laws to change the sentencing and parole eligibility requirements for individuals convicted of first-degree murder. The key provisions are: (1) allowing the court to determine that a person convicted of first-degree murder shall not be eligible for parole; (2) removing the requirement that a person convicted of first-degree murder shall not be eligible for parole; (3) allowing the court to set a minimum term of 35 years or more before a person convicted of first-degree murder is eligible for parole; and (4) applying these changes to individuals sentenced after the effective date of the Act.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
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/H1542 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1542.pdf |
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