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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 further regulate clerk magistrate hearings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to increase transparency in clerk magistrate hearings. It requires that any hearing held under Section 35A of Chapter 218 of the General Laws be presumed open to the public, unless the court makes a written finding, after a hearing, that the defendant's privacy interest outweighs the public's right of access. Any such finding must be specific and narrowly tailored to the reason for closing the hearing. Additionally, all clerk magistrate hearings must be stenographically recorded or transcribed.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Right to Privacy and Access to Government Information
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Court Administration
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1403 | 03/15/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1403.pdf | 03/15/2023 |
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