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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 certain violent crimes. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends several sections of Massachusetts General Laws related to violent crimes. It specifies that the Commonwealth may proceed by complaint in juvenile court or by indictment if a person under the age of 18 is alleged to have committed murder. The bill also sets minimum sentences for individuals found guilty of first or second-degree murder committed before the age of 14, as well as revises the sentencing guidelines for individuals convicted of murder in the first degree who are eligible for parole.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1420 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1420.pdf |
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