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MA H2161
MA H2161To permit the setting of both cash bail and pretrial conditions in domestic violence matters
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Introduced Session
187th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to permit the setting of both cash bail and pretrial conditions in domestic violence matters. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend existing Massachusetts law, specifically Chapter 276 of the General Laws, to allow for the setting of both cash bail and pretrial conditions in domestic violence cases. Currently, the law might restrict the types of conditions that can be imposed. By inserting language like "bail or" and "section 42A or," the bill aims to clarify that judges have the authority to impose both financial bail (cash bail) and other requirements (pretrial conditions) on individuals accused of domestic violence, ensuring a broader range of tools to manage risk and protect victims while awaiting trial.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Carolyn Dykema (D)*,
Jennifer Benson (D),
Gloria Fox (D),
Denise Provost (D),
John Scibak (D),
Karen Spilka (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.malegislature.gov/Bills/187/House/H2161 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/187/H2161 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/PDF?billId=14030&generalCourtId=1 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/BillHtml/14030?generalCourtId=1 |
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