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MA H1634

MA H1634
Relative to judicial discretion for probation


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to judicial discretion for probation. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to give judges more discretion in placing defendants on probation. It allows judges to consider various factors, such as the defendant's age, military service, education, medical history, criminal record, employment status, and the nature of the current criminal matter, when deciding whether to grant probation. The bill intends to provide judges with a more comprehensive set of criteria to evaluate each defendant's unique circumstances and determine the appropriate probation terms.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1634 03/15/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1634.pdf 03/15/2023
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