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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 jury instruction in criminal proceedings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 234A of the General Laws to require the court to inform the jury in all criminal proceedings of its right to judge the facts and the application of the law in relation to the facts in controversy. It also mandates that the court, upon the defendant's request, instruct the jury that even if the state has proven all the elements of the charged offense beyond a reasonable doubt, the jury may still find the defendant not guilty if they believe that a guilty verdict would result in an unjust outcome based on the facts of the case.
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/S917 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S917.pdf |
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