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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 the interception of wire and oral communications. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
AI Summary
This bill amends the law regarding the interception of wire and oral communications in Massachusetts. It allows law enforcement to use electronic surveillance devices to investigate violent crimes, even if the crimes are not committed by highly organized and disciplined groups. The bill defines "designated violent offenses" that can be investigated using these surveillance methods, which include certain violent crimes like assault, murder, and weapons offenses. The bill also modifies the requirements for obtaining a warrant to conduct electronic surveillance, making it easier for law enforcement to do so for designated violent offenses compared to designated organized crime offenses.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5040 (on 08/29/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H129 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H129.pdf |
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