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MA H1831
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Lawn
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 63 of Chapter 277 to add incest (Section 17 of Chapter 272) to the list of crimes with extended statute of limitations for child victims
- For incest victims under age 18 at the time of the crime, the statute of limitations does not begin until the victim reaches age 18 or reports to law enforcement, whichever occurs first
- Aligns incest with other sexual offenses against minors that already have delayed limitation periods starting at age 16
- Filed on January 15, 2025 by Representative John J. Lawn, Jr. (10th Middlesex) and co-sponsored by Representative Natalie M. Blais (1st Franklin)
- Similar legislation was filed in the previous 2023-2024 session as House Bill 1613
Legislative Description
To extend statute of limitations for incest
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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