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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to the definition of attempt in criminal cases. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to redefine the legal concept of "attempt" in criminal cases. It amends the existing law by striking out the previous definition of attempt and inserting a new section that provides a more detailed and comprehensive definition. The new definition specifies that a person can be guilty of an attempted crime if they purposely engage in conduct that would constitute the crime, if they intend to cause a particular result that is an element of the crime, or if they take a substantial step towards committing the crime. The bill also lists several actions that could be considered a substantial step, such as lying in wait, reconnoitering the crime scene, or possessing materials for the crime. Additionally, the bill includes an affirmative defense for someone who abandons their criminal effort and renounces their criminal purpose.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2170 (on 10/02/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S916 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S916.pdf |
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