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MA H881

Protecting children


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a penalty for parents, legal guardians or caretakers failing to report the death of a minor child. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a penalty for parents, legal guardians, or caretakers who fail to report the death of a minor child to law enforcement or emergency medical personnel within 24 hours. The penalty includes imprisonment of up to 5 years in state prison or a fine of up to $10,000 and imprisonment of up to 2.5 years in a county jail or house of correction.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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