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MA S973

MA S973
Relative to preventing suicide


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to preventing suicide. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 265 of the General Laws to create a new section that punishes individuals who, with knowledge of another person's suicidal ideation, intentionally coerce or encourage that person to commit or attempt suicide, or provide the means or knowledge to enable suicide, and as a result, the other person commits or attempts suicide. The bill defines key terms like "suicide," "suicide attempt," and "suicidal ideation." The section does not apply to lawful medical treatment administered by a licensed physician.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2926 (on 07/30/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S973
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S973.pdf
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