Bill > S822

This bill amends the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code to allow personal representatives to gain reasonable access to the contents of a decedent's electronic mail account upon receipt of a notarized request or a court order. The bill defines "electronic mail account" and "electronic mail service provider," and it specifies that the provisions of the bill supersede any contractual limitations or privacy policies of the service provider, except where the decedent affirmatively opted out of having their account released. The purpose is to allow personal representatives to access the decedent's email account solely for fiduciary purposes in performing their duties, and the bill provides immunity to service providers who comply in good faith.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S822