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MA S860

Relative to obtaining relief from abuse and harassment


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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 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)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)

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