MA S778

Bill

MA S778

To permit independent enforcement of restitution orders in criminal cases

Introduced
04/15/2015

In Committee
04/15/2015

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
07/31/2016

Introduced Session

189th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to permit independent enforcement of restitution orders in criminal cases. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to allow courts to independently enforce restitution orders in criminal cases, meaning that even if a defendant is no longer on probation or has had their probation revoked, the court can still pursue the collection of any unpaid restitution. Restitution is money a defendant is ordered to pay to a victim to cover losses resulting from the crime. This provision would give courts more power to ensure victims receive the compensation they are owed, regardless of the defendant's probation status.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Cynthia Creem (D)*,

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2204 (on 04/04/2016)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/Senate/S778

(10 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/Senate/S778
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S778
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S778.pdf

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