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MA S1829

To ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime


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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 to ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime. Revenue.

AI Summary

This bill aims to ensure timely restitution payments to victims of crime. It requires the Department of Revenue to collect any unpaid restitution amounts by withholding the wages of the offender once they are released from custody or probation. The bill also directs the Department of Revenue to establish a Division of Restitution Enforcement, which will be provided with necessary resources to implement the restitution enforcement program. The Commissioner may also promulgate regulations for the effective administration of the restitution enforcement program.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2656 (on 02/15/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1829
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1829.pdf
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