Bill > S2468

This bill aims to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to establish stricter bail provisions for individuals arrested for the manufacture, sale, or distribution of fentanyl. The key provisions of the bill include: (1) requiring a mandatory 6-hour waiting period before bail can be granted, except by a judge in open court, for arrests related to fentanyl offenses under sections 32, 32E, and 32F of Chapter 94C; (2) prohibiting the release of such individuals out of court by clerks, bail commissioners, or other authorities; and (3) allowing those authorized to grant bail to impose additional conditions to ensure the appearance of the person before the court and the safety of the individual, others, or the community, provided they have access to the person's criminal record and other relevant information.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2468