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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
For legislation to define indecent assault and battery, including nonconsensual condom removal. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to define and create civil remedies for the crime of "indecent assault and battery," including nonconsensual condom removal. It amends existing laws to specify various acts that constitute this offense, such as intentionally or recklessly causing harmful or offensive contact with an intimate part of another person, or causing contact between a sexual organ and an intimate part without consent after a condom or other barrier has been removed. The bill provides for civil damages, including general, special, and punitive damages, as well as equitable relief, for victims of this offense. It is intended to provide additional legal protections and remedies beyond those already available under existing law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1012 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1012.pdf |
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