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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 testimony in criminal proceedings . The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of the Massachusetts General Laws to modify the legal privilege that prevents parents and minor children from testifying against each other in certain criminal proceedings. The key changes are: (1) the privilege does not apply if the victim is not a family member and does not reside in the family household, and (2) even if the victim is a family member and resides in the family household, the parent cannot testify about any communications with the child that were for the purpose of seeking advice regarding the child's legal rights.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (7)
Mike Barrett (D),
Cynthia Creem (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Danielle Gregoire (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
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/S817 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S817.pdf |
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