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MA H1605

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Chaisson

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Courts must provide each juror with a physical information card clearly defining the charges and legal terms applicable to their specific trial
  • Courts must replace the information card upon juror request
  • Amends Section 62 of Chapter 234A of the Massachusetts General Laws governing jury instructions
  • Filed by Representative Michael S. Chaisson (1st Bristol) with co-sponsor Marcus S. Vaughn (9th Norfolk)
  • Similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 1395 in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

Relative to juror comprehension

Last Action

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

11/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

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