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MA H1282

MA H1282
Relative to adjusting the credit for nonpayment of fines


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Introduced Session

187th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to increase the daily credit for persons confined in correctional institutions for non-payment of fines and expenses. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Section 144 of Chapter 127 of the General Laws, which deals with the credit individuals receive for time spent in correctional institutions when they cannot pay fines and expenses. Currently, the law allows for a credit of thirty dollars per day. This bill seeks to increase that daily credit to sixty dollars, meaning individuals who are incarcerated for non-payment of fines will have their debt reduced at a faster rate. This change aims to provide greater financial relief to those facing incarceration due to unpaid fines.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)

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