Bill > H1644

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts law regarding organized retail crime by expanding sentencing options for offenders. Specifically, the bill amends Section 30D of Chapter 266 of the General Laws to allow judges to sentence individuals convicted of organized retail crime to either state prison or house of correction. For subsection (b), which likely covers less severe offenses, the bill adds an option of imprisonment in the house of correction for up to 2½ years, in addition to the existing maximum 10-year state prison sentence. Similarly, for subsection (c), which likely covers more serious offenses, the bill adds an option of imprisonment in the house of correction for up to 2½ years, alongside the existing maximum 15-year state prison sentence. Additionally, the bill updates Section 26 of Chapter 218 to include section 30D in a list of referenced legal provisions, which may relate to jurisdictional or procedural matters. By providing additional sentencing flexibility, the bill aims to give courts more discretion in prosecuting and punishing organized retail crime.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H1644