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Introduced
06/16/2022
06/16/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to forfeiture reform
AI Summary
This bill proposes reforms to the forfeiture laws in Massachusetts. It amends the existing law to require the government to prove by a preponderance of the evidence that property valued over $250 is forfeitable, rather than placing the burden on the property owner. The bill also creates a trust fund to hold forfeited funds, which can be used for various law enforcement, diversion, and crime prevention purposes. Additionally, it requires annual reporting on assets seized and proceeds from their sale, and limits the purposes for which the forfeited funds can be used.
Sponsors (6)
Jim Arciero (D),
Cynthia Creem (D),
Adam Hinds (D),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
James Murphy (D),
Other Sponsors (2)
Joint Committee on the Judiciary (J), Senate Committee on Ways and Means (S)
Last Action
Reprinted, as amended, see S2988 (on 06/30/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2944 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2944.pdf |
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