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MA S1028

MA S1028
Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to increase the penalties for individuals who are found guilty of both illegal drug trafficking and the trafficking or theft of firearms, rifles, shotguns, or machine guns. The bill would allow for a sentence of up to life imprisonment in state prison, as well as a fine of up to $500,000 for those convicted under this new provision. Additionally, individuals convicted under this law would not be eligible for certain early release programs or sentence reductions. The bill seeks to crack down on the intersection of drug and firearm crimes in order to address illegal trafficking of both drugs and weapons.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)

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