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Introduced
04/15/2015
04/15/2015
In Committee
04/15/2015
04/15/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the discharge of persons incompetent to stand trial. Mental Health and Substance Abuse.
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of Massachusetts General Laws concerning individuals found incompetent to stand trial, meaning they are unable to understand the legal proceedings against them due to a mental health condition. Specifically, it requires the superintendent or medical director of a facility where such a person is being held to provide information to the district attorney about the person's intended placement or residential address upon their discharge. This new requirement aims to ensure better communication and oversight regarding the release of individuals who have been deemed incompetent to face criminal charges, with the added provision that this placement or address information will not be publicly accessible under public records laws.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied H1802 (on 02/04/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/Senate/S1039 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1039 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S1039.pdf |
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