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MA S1093

MA S1093
Providing a defense to prosecution for violations of the wiretap law for interceptions made to make a record of threats, harassment or other crimes


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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 provide a defense to prosecution for violations of the wiretap law for interceptions made to make a record of threats, harassment or other crimes. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill provides a defense to prosecution for violations of the wiretap law for interceptions made to record threats, harassment, or other crimes related to divorce, child custody matters, or restraining orders issued under Chapters 209A or 258E. It allows individuals who have intercepted communications under these circumstances to disclose the recordings and places the burden of proof on the defendant to demonstrate that the interception was exempt or permitted under the law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

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/S1093
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1093.pdf
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