Bill > H2003

This bill amends Chapter 127 of Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new section that expands the definition of a "dangerous weapon" to include any weapon or custom-made object designed or intended to be used as a weapon. The legislation specifically targets individuals who are currently in custody at correctional facilities, including jails, houses of correction, trial court detention facilities, and state prisons. Under this proposed law, if a person in custody is found possessing a dangerous weapon, they can be punished by up to 10 years in state prison, up to 2.5 years in a house of correction, a fine of up to $5,000, or a combination of fine and imprisonment. Importantly, any sentence imposed for this offense would begin only after the person has completed any existing outstanding sentences, meaning the weapons possession penalty would be served consecutively with any current incarceration. The bill aims to enhance safety within correctional facilities by establishing strict penalties for weapon possession among incarcerated individuals.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2003