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MA S1059
MA S1059Relative to electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaints
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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 electronic signatures for electronic applications for criminal complaints. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to allow for the use of electronic signatures on electronic applications for criminal complaints. Specifically, it allows the complainant, if a law enforcement officer, to subscribe to the complaint electronically under the pains and penalties of perjury instead of being examined on oath by a justice. The bill also allows for complaints to be subscribed to electronically or in person.
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/S1059 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1059.pdf |
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