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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 indemnification of certain persons from civil proceedings for injuries or deaths of persons unlawfully entering their dwelling. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 8A of Chapter 278 of the General Laws in Massachusetts to provide that if a person is found not guilty in a criminal proceeding for using force to protect their home from an unlawful intruder, that person shall not be liable in any subsequent civil proceedings for the injury or death of the intruder. This law is intended to provide civil liability protections for homeowners who lawfully defend their homes against unlawful entry.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
William Crocker (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Dave Muradian (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Norm Orrall (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
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/H1528 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1528.pdf |
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