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MA H1820

Improving protections for sexual assault survivors


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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 protections for sexual assault survivors. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve protections for sexual assault survivors. It amends the existing law on harassment to expand the types of criminal offenses that can be considered harassment, allowing survivors to seek court orders for protection. The bill also authorizes courts to order the immediate suspension and surrender of firearms and licenses when issuing temporary or emergency protective orders, to prevent abusers from accessing weapons. Additionally, the bill allows courts to order the possession, care, and control of domesticated animals owned by parties involved in protective orders, and requires law enforcement to act quickly on any outstanding warrants related to violations of these orders if the court finds an imminent threat of bodily injury to a person or animal.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (20)

Last Action

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

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