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MA H1537
MA H1537Relative to the age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child
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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 age of consent in certain criminal prosecutions and civil actions for sexual assault and rape of a child. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to establish new criminal and civil penalties for sexual abuse of minors by certain individuals in positions of authority. Specifically, it creates criminal offenses and civil causes of action for sexual abuse of individuals under the age of 19 (or 22 for those without a high school diploma) who are served by public or private schools, youth services departments, or other state agencies and institutions. The bill also establishes similar provisions for sexual abuse of individuals 19 or under who are enrolled in colleges or universities where the perpetrator is employed or contracted. In these cases, the individuals are deemed incapable of consenting to the sexual activity, regardless of their actual age.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5032 (on 09/03/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1537 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1537.pdf |
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