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MA S959

MA S959
To prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications


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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 prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications. Specifically, it amends existing laws to remove references to juvenile adjudications being used as prior convictions that can trigger enhanced sentences for adults or juveniles. Additionally, the bill requires resentencing of any person currently serving a sentence where a juvenile adjudication was used as a prior predicate conviction, ensuring the sentence does not increase in length of committed time, probation, or parole.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2593 (on 02/29/2024)

Taxonomy

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S959 03/11/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S959.pdf 03/11/2023
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