Bill > H2251

This bill proposes to amend Section 39 of Chapter 207 of the General Laws, which deals with justices of the peace, by allowing for the appointment of additional justices of the peace in cities and towns. Specifically, it inserts language that permits the governor to appoint one justice of the peace for every 2,500 inhabitants of a city or town, upon application by the chief executive officer of that city or town. This change aims to increase the number of justices of the peace available to serve communities, potentially to handle a growing caseload or to ensure adequate coverage.