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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 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)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| 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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