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MA H2251

Relative to pre-trial detention


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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

Relative to adjournments of examinations and trials. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 35 of Chapter 276 of the General Laws by reducing the maximum time for an adjournment of an examination or trial from thirty days to twenty days. This change aims to shorten the pre-trial detention period, which is an important aspect of the criminal justice system.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2170 (on 10/02/2017)

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