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MA H1904

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Moran

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 99 of Chapter 272 of the General Laws to allow law enforcement to conduct one-party recordings of suspects during investigations into crimes against persons or arson
  • Recordings permitted only in police facilities that display clear and conspicuous notices warning that such conversations may be recorded
  • Suspect must have received Miranda warnings before the recording; no additional notice required beyond the posted facility signage
  • Referred to the House Judiciary Committee; similar bill (H.1691) was filed in the 2023-2024 legislative session
  • Sponsored by Representative Michael J. Moran of the 18th Suffolk District, filed January 17, 2025

Legislative Description

Relative to criminal investigations

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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