Bill > S947

This bill amends Section 54 of Chapter 119 of the General Laws, which deals with juvenile matters, by adding a provision that clarifies when a juvenile can be considered delinquent for intimidating or interfering with individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Specifically, it inserts language to include violations of section 13B of Chapter 268, which pertains to the intimidation of witnesses, jurors, and those providing information to law enforcement or in connection with criminal proceedings, into the existing framework for determining juvenile delinquency. This means that if a juvenile commits an act that violates this section of law, they can be treated as a delinquent under juvenile law. The Act will become effective immediately upon its passage.