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MA H1633
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Leigh Davis
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AI Summary
- Amends Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 272 Section 105 to update definitions and clarify the "upskirting" statute
- Defines "sexual or other intimate parts" to include genitals, buttocks, pubic area, and female nipples/areola
- Criminalizes secretly photographing, videotaping, or electronically surveilling nude/partially nude persons or intimate parts, whether clothed or unclothed
- Penalties for adult victims: up to 2.5 years imprisonment and/or $5,000 fine; for victims under 18 or incompetent persons: up to 5 years state prison and/or $10,000 fine
- Establishes actual knowledge and consent as an affirmative defense, provided the person is competent to grant consent
Legislative Description
Updating and clarifying the statute relating to “upskirting”
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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