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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 relative to petit treason. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to remove the existing provision in Massachusetts law that treats "petit treason" as equivalent to murder. Petit treason was a historical legal concept referring to the murder of a superior by a subordinate, such as a wife killing her husband or a servant killing their master. By striking this language, the bill effectively decriminalizes petit treason as a distinct offense, instead treating such acts as regular homicides under the law.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing (10:00 6/15/2021 Virtual Hearing) (on 06/15/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S998 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S998.pdf |
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