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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
Relative to protecting children from domestic violence. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends section 13A of chapter 265 of the Massachusetts General Laws to increase the penalties for committing an assault or assault and battery within a dwelling in the presence of a child under 16 years of age. The new subsection (d) imposes a maximum sentence of 5 years in state prison or 2.5 years in a house of correction, and a fine of up to $5,000. Additionally, the law enforcement agency filing the charges must provide notice to the Department of Social Services, which can use the information at its discretion.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (15)
Jay Barrows (R),
Nick Boldyga (R),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Geoffrey Diehl (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Sheila Harrington (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Kevin Kuros (R),
Matt Muratore (R),
Keiko Orrall (R),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Timothy Whelan (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H859 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H859.pdf |
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