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MA S825

To promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults


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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

For legislation to promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to raise the "age of criminal majority" from 18 to 21 years old in Massachusetts. The bill makes various changes to state laws to reflect this new age, including adjustments to provisions related to juvenile delinquency, probation, and criminal proceedings involving young adults. The bill aims to promote public safety and better outcomes for young adults by recognizing that they may benefit from the additional support and services available to those under the age of 21.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2953 (on 11/16/2020)

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