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MA H1510

MA H1510
Relative to supporting victims of domestic violence


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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

Relative to victims of domestic violence. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits courts from ordering victims of domestic violence to pay alimony or child support to the abusive spouse who committed the domestic violence offense. The definition of "domestic violence offense" includes violations of certain court orders as well as convictions under various sections of the state's criminal code that involve violence against a family or household member. This aims to protect victims of domestic violence from further financial abuse by their abusers.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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