Bill > H3260

This bill amends existing Massachusetts law, specifically Section 34A of Chapter 268, to increase penalties for individuals who knowingly and willfully provide false identifying information to law enforcement officers after being arrested. Previously, the law addressed providing false information, but this amendment clarifies that providing a false name, Social Security number, date of birth, home address, mailing address, phone number, or any other information requested to establish identity following an arrest is now punishable by a fine of up to $1,000, imprisonment in a house of correction for up to one year, or both. This change aims to strengthen law enforcement's ability to accurately identify individuals during the arrest process.