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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 transparency in court proceedings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 35A of Chapter 218 of the General Laws to require that all hearings and records associated with such hearings held pursuant to this section be presumed to be open to the public, unless the court makes a written finding, after a hearing on the record, that the defendant's interest in privacy outweighs the public's right of access. The court's finding must be narrowly tailored and state the specific reason for closing the hearing. Additionally, all hearings held under this section must be recorded.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
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/S910 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S910.pdf |
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