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Introduced
05/13/2021
05/13/2021
In Committee
05/27/2021
05/27/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to a DNA exception rule for victims of rape. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to create an exception to the 15-year statute of limitations for prosecuting crimes of rape, allowing for indefinite prosecution if DNA evidence from the victim's rape kit is matched to the perpetrator after the 15-year period has elapsed. The key provision is that in cases of rape, the limitation period for prosecution would be extended indefinitely if DNA evidence is found in the victim's rape kit more than 15 years after the crime occurred.
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 |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3866 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3866.pdf |
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