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MA H1618
Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child
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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
Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Massachusetts law to establish that individuals under the age of 19, or under the age of 22 if they have not received a high school diploma or equivalent, are considered incapable of consenting to sexual relations with employees or contractors of public or private schools, youth services, social services departments, or institutions of higher learning. The bill creates criminal penalties of up to 5 years in prison and a $10,000 fine for such individuals who engage in sexual abuse of those under their care. It also provides civil causes of action for those who are sexually abused by such individuals.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1618 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1618.pdf |
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