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MA H1867
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Markey
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 24 of Chapter 279 of Massachusetts General Laws to establish specific sentencing guidelines for "emerging adults" ages 18-20 convicted of first-degree murder
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Standard first-degree murder by emerging adults carries a minimum sentence of 30-60 years before parole eligibility
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First-degree murder with extreme atrocity or cruelty by emerging adults carries a higher minimum of 40-60 years
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First-degree murder with deliberately premeditated malice aforethought by emerging adults carries a minimum of 35-60 years
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Filed by Representative Christopher M. Markey (9th Bristol) on January 17, 2025; similar legislation was introduced in the 2023-2024 session
Legislative Description
Relative to emerging adult life sentences for first-degree murder
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
11/18/2025