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MA H1660

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marjorie Decker

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Eliminates all fines and fees for offenses committed by individuals under the age of criminal majority, including fees for court-appointed counsel, victim witness assessments, and probation fees

  • Prohibits courts from imposing mandatory restitution on juveniles; any restitution ordered must be based on the youth's individual ability to pay, with a presumption of inability to pay for those with income below 250% of the federal poverty line, those incarcerated/detained, or those receiving needs-tested benefits

  • Bars arrest warrants, probation revocation, and commitment to prison or detention solely for nonpayment of fines, fees, or restitution related to juvenile offenses

  • Exempts individuals who committed sex offenses while under the age of criminal majority from the sex offender registration fee

  • Makes all existing court-assessed fines and costs imposed against juveniles or their parents/guardians unenforceable and uncollectable upon the law's effective date

Legislative Description

Relative to juvenile fines, fees, and restitution

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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