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Introduced
04/15/2015
04/15/2015
In Committee
04/14/2016
04/14/2016
Crossed Over
04/13/2016
04/13/2016
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to increase the daily credit for persons confined in correctional institutions for non-payment of fines and expenses. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to increase the daily credit individuals receive for time spent confined in correctional institutions due to non-payment of fines and expenses. Specifically, it amends Section 144 of Chapter 127 of the General Laws by changing the daily credit amount from "thirty" dollars to "sixty" dollars, meaning individuals will now earn twice as much credit towards their outstanding financial obligations for each day they are incarcerated. This adjustment aims to provide a more significant reduction in the financial burden for those unable to pay fines and expenses.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read; and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means (on 04/14/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S795 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/S795.pdf |
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