Bill > H1531

This bill aims to enhance penalties for crimes committed against seniors or individuals residing in senior housing. It proposes to amend Section 13K of Chapter 265 of the General Laws by adding a new subsection (g). This new subsection requires that any person convicted under Subsections (a½) to (e) of Section 13K, where the victim is an elder or a person residing in senior housing, must register annually for five consecutive years with the Office of Probation. The registration would include the offender's personal information, such as their home and work addresses, physical characteristics, and a photograph. Failure to comply with this registration requirement would result in a punishment of up to 2.5 years in the house of correction, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1531