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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 trafficking certain illegal drugs and firearms. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 94C of the General Laws to create a new Section 32O, which imposes harsher sentences for those convicted of trafficking certain illegal opioids and heroin while also being convicted of trafficking, stealing, or otherwise illegally possessing firearms, rifles, shotguns, or machine guns. Specifically, individuals found guilty under this new section can be punished by up to life imprisonment and a fine of up to $500,000. The bill also prohibits such individuals from being eligible for furlough, work release, temporary release, or sentence reductions for good conduct.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Brian Ashe (D),
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Ryan Fattman (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Leonard Mirra (R),
Mike Soter (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/H3398 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3398.pdf |
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