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MA H1862
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Mahoney
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AI Summary
- Creates new Section 49A in Chapter 266 of Massachusetts General Laws to criminalize the use of digital devices for vehicle theft
- Prohibits knowingly manufacturing, selling, offering to sell, transferring, or possessing motor vehicle key programming/emulating devices or relay attack devices with intent to steal a vehicle or property from it
- Prohibits knowingly aiding or permitting another person to use such devices for vehicle theft
- Violations punishable by up to 10 years in state prison, or a fine up to $1,000 plus up to 2.5 years in jail
- Filed by Representative John J. Mahoney (13th Worcester) on January 17, 2025 and referred to the Judiciary Committee
Legislative Description
Relative to car theft with digital devices
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
9/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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