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MA H1637
MA H1637Bringing the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court
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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
For legislation to bring the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to bring the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court. Specifically, it would amend Section 26 of Chapter 218 of the General Laws to include a reference to subparagraph (2) of paragraph (a½) of subdivision (2) of Section 24, which covers the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death. This change would allow the district court to have jurisdiction over this particular offense, which was previously handled exclusively by higher-level courts.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
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/H1637 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1637.pdf |
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