Bill > H2157

This bill amends Chapter 119 of the Massachusetts General Laws, specifically Section 54, to include a new provision related to juvenile intimidation of witnesses. It adds language that allows for the consideration of a juvenile having committed a violation of section thirteen B of chapter two hundred and sixty-eight, which pertains to intimidating a witness, juror, or person furnishing information in connection with criminal proceedings. This means that if a juvenile commits this specific offense, it will now be recognized and potentially addressed under the existing legal framework for juveniles. The Act will become effective immediately upon its passage.