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MA H1772

To expedite care and custody of minor children modification proceedings


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to care and custody of minor children modification proceedings. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to expedite the process of modifying court judgments regarding the care and custody of minor children. It amends existing laws to specify the criteria for modifying such judgments, including factors like changes in the parties' circumstances, the child's development, and the likelihood of each parent to honor court-ordered parenting arrangements. The bill also sets procedures for initiating a modification request, including filing a motion, conducting discovery, and scheduling evidentiary hearings. Additionally, it provides the court with discretion to limit the time allotted for such hearings and to take other actions to expedite the resolution of these matters.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)

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