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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to child custody orders. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the child custody laws in Massachusetts. It prohibits courts from issuing temporary or permanent child custody orders that grant sole or shared custody to a parent against whom a restraining order has been issued under the domestic violence or harassment prevention laws, unless the other parent consents. Courts are also prohibited from issuing permanent custody orders during the pendency of a domestic violence or harassment complaint, or if a temporary restraining order has been issued without notice. If a restraining order is later issued, the court must revisit and modify the custody order as necessary to comply with these new requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1013 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1013.pdf |
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