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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 the safety of courthouse areas and remote court proceedings. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 70A of Chapter 221 of the General Laws to expand the police powers of court officers. The bill grants court officers police powers when attending court proceedings held outside of a courthouse, when escorting jurors or judicial officers, or when participating in the care, custody, or transport of detainees. Additionally, the bill grants court officers police powers on the grounds adjacent to the courthouse, including court parking areas.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
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/H2327 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2327.pdf |
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