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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 appellate rights for forensic justice. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 278A of the Massachusetts General Laws to provide appellate rights for forensic justice proceedings. Specifically, the bill adds a definition of "third party" to refer to a person subject to an order to produce biological material for analysis. It also allows the third party, the moving party, or the Commonwealth to appeal an order allowing or denying a motion for forensic or scientific analysis within 30 days of the judgment. This gives these parties the ability to seek appellate review of the court's decisions related to forensic evidence in criminal cases.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S936 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S936.pdf |
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