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MA S1058

MA S1058
Protecting victims of rape and their children


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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 protect victims of rape and their children. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 3 of Chapter 209C of the General Laws to prohibit courts from granting visitation rights to a parent who was convicted of rape under Sections 22 to 23B of Chapter 265 or Sections 2, 3, or 4 of Chapter 272 and is seeking visitation with the child conceived during that rape. Additionally, the bill states that in the absence of a conviction, a court shall not grant such visitation rights if clear and convincing evidence of the commission of rape can be established.

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/S1058
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1058.pdf
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