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MA H3745

MA H3745
Relative to non-violation of parole for possession of valid prescriptions


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Introduced
04/04/2019
In Committee
05/06/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to non-violation of parole for possession of valid prescriptions. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends various sections of Chapter 127 of the Massachusetts General Laws to prevent the violation of parole solely for the possession or use of a controlled substance that has been lawfully dispensed pursuant to a valid prescription, or for the possession or use of medical marijuana obtained in compliance with applicable state regulations. The bill provides that prisoners with a valid parole permit shall not be found to have violated the terms and conditions of their parole in these circumstances, and the parole board shall not revoke a parole permit on these grounds alone.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)

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