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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
For legislation relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 231 of the General Laws to allow minors aged 13 and older to appear in court without a parent, guardian, or legal representative to request or oppose an order under Chapter 209A (abuse prevention) or Chapter 258E (harassment prevention). If the minor is not represented by an attorney, the court must appoint one, though it can still proceed with an emergency ex parte hearing. The bill also specifies that a parent, guardian, or other appropriate adult can still file or oppose a request on behalf of a minor of any age, and that the court must consider the expressed wishes of a minor plaintiff aged 13 or older when deciding whether to grant relief and the contents of such an order.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Harriette Chandler (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Kay Khan (D),
David Linsky (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S860 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S860.pdf |
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