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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 the safety of courthouses and remote court proceedings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 70A of Chapter 221 of the General Laws to expand the jurisdiction of court officers. It allows court officers to have authority on the grounds adjacent to the courthouse, including court parking areas. The bill also grants court officers and authorized personnel police powers when attending court proceedings outside of the courthouse, escorting jurors or judicial officers, or participating in the care, custody, or transport of detainees.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4831 (on 07/22/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1565 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1565.pdf |
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