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MA H1905

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

David Muradian

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 8A of Chapter 278 of the General Laws to provide civil liability protection for homeowners who use force against intruders
  • Grants immunity from civil lawsuits for injury or death of a person unlawfully entering a dwelling, if the homeowner is found not guilty in criminal proceedings
  • Requires a court finding of not guilty using the dwelling defense before civil immunity applies
  • Filed by Representative David K. Muradian, Jr. (9th Worcester) on January 16, 2025
  • Similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 1692 in the 2023-2024 session

Legislative Description

Relative to civil liability for protecting one’s home

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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