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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
Relative to audio recordings and written transcripts of phone calls made to the 911 emergency system. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect the privacy of 911 callers by establishing that the audio recording of a 911 call is considered private data, except that a written transcript of the call is public. The bill allows for the audio recording to be used for law enforcement investigations and public safety/emergency medical services training purposes, but prohibits its release without the express written consent of the caller or a court order finding that the public's right to the recording outweighs the caller's privacy interests. The bill also requires the person requesting a transcript to pay the actual cost of transcribing the call, in addition to any other applicable costs.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4323 (on 02/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1442 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1442.pdf |
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