MA H1667

Lowers the standard of proof for wrongful conviction compensation claims from "clear and convincing evidence" to "preponderance of the evidence"

Establishes tiered compensation caps for wrongfully convicted individuals: $1 million for up to 10 years incarceration, $2 million for up to 20 years, $3 million for up to 30 years, and $4 million for up to 40 years

Requires courts to provide exonerees with services addressing physical, social, and emotional needs, including financial literacy training and tuition waivers at state colleges and community colleges

Creates a new crime for intentionally tampering with GPS monitoring devices used for pretrial release, probation, or parole, punishable by up to 5 years in state prison or 2.5 years in a house of correction

Mandates that alleged victims be notified before defendants charged with domestic abuse or violent offenses are released on bail, with a maximum 6-hour hold to permit notification