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MA H1790
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bradley Jones
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AI Summary
- Assault or assault and battery committed within a dwelling in the presence of a child under 16 years old becomes a distinct criminal offense under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 265, Section 13A
- Penalties include imprisonment in state prison for up to 5 years, house of correction for up to 2½ years, a fine up to $5,000, or both fine and imprisonment
- Law enforcement agencies filing charges must notify the Department of Social Services, which may use the information at its discretion
- Filed on January 14, 2025 by Representative Bradley H. Jones, Jr. (20th Middlesex) with 5 co-sponsors
- Similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 1588 in the 2023-2024 session
Legislative Description
Protecting children from domestic violence
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
10/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
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