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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "delinquent child" in the Massachusetts General Laws to include children between 10 and 18 years old who commit certain offenses against the law, excluding civil infractions, municipal ordinance violations, and first-time misdemeanors with a punishment of a fine or imprisonment of up to 6 months. The bill also changes the age of criminal responsibility from 12 to 10 years old. The act will go into effect immediately upon passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1086 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1086.pdf |
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