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Introduced
06/30/2022
06/30/2022
In Committee
07/07/2022
07/07/2022
Crossed Over
06/30/2022
06/30/2022
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to forfeiture reform (being the text of Senate, No. 2944, printed as amended).
AI Summary
This bill aims to reform the forfeiture process in Massachusetts. It requires the attorney general, district attorneys, and police departments to file annual reports detailing all assets, money, and proceeds from the sale of assets seized under state law. The bill also establishes a case tracking system and public website to provide information about property seized and forfeited, including the type of property, the law enforcement agency involved, and the outcome of any related criminal cases. Additionally, the bill provides public counsel representation for property owners who are not criminal defendants in forfeiture proceedings. Overall, the bill seeks to increase transparency and oversight in the asset forfeiture process.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
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
No further action taken (on 01/03/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2988 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2988.pdf |
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