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MA S960

MA S960
Relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking


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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 illegal drug and firearm trafficking. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to increase penalties for individuals convicted of illegal drug trafficking and concurrent firearm trafficking or theft. It would amend Chapter 94C of the General Laws to create a new section, Section 32O, that imposes a potential life sentence in state prison, along with a fine of up to $500,000, for those found guilty of both drug trafficking under Section 32E and firearm trafficking or theft under Sections 10E, 10I, 10J, or 10K of Chapter 269. The bill also specifies that such convictions cannot be placed on file or continued without a finding, and that individuals convicted under this section would not be eligible for furlough, work release, temporary release, or good conduct deductions.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S960
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S960.pdf
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