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MA H1792

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bradley Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Adds new Section 62A to Chapter 119 of the General Laws requiring courts to make all reasonable efforts to ensure victims receive restitution from juvenile offenders
  • Mandates courts order juveniles to repair, replace, or otherwise make restitution for damage or loss caused by their wrongful acts, with authority to impose limited fines
  • Establishes restitution as a required condition of release, placement, or parole in juvenile court proceedings
  • Authorizes courts to order juveniles to make financial payments directly to the court, which then transfers funds to victims
  • Grants courts enforcement powers including garnishments, wage withholdings, and executions to collect restitution payments

Legislative Description

Relative to juvenile 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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