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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 establish a criminal penalty for certain actions resulting in the dispatch of emergency services to nonexistent emergencies. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a criminal penalty for making false communications to a public safety answering point (PSAP) or police officer that result in the dispatch of emergency services to a nonexistent emergency, with the intent to annoy or harass another person. The penalties vary based on the consequences of the false communication, ranging from up to 2.5 years in the house of correction and a fine of up to $2,500 for a first offense, to manslaughter charges if the false communication results in a person's death. The bill exempts calls made in good faith.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1915 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1915.pdf |
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