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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
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Introduced Session
187th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the use of telephones by persons in detention facilities. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 33A of Chapter 276 of the Massachusetts General Laws to ensure that an accused person, after being informed of their rights, is also given the opportunity to make a second phone call to arrange for the care of a dependent person or pet. This provision aims to provide individuals in detention facilities with a practical means to address immediate personal responsibilities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
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/H2223 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/187/H2223 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/PDF?billId=12110&generalCourtId=1 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/BillHtml/12110?generalCourtId=1 |
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