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MA H2034

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Marcus Vaughn

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 10 of Chapter 269 of the General Laws to remove judicial immunity for judges who fail to impose mandatory minimum sentences for firearm-related crimes

  • Judges who do not impose required mandatory minimum sentences may be held civilly liable for damages caused by the offender if they commit a felony after release

  • Judges who grant bail to persons accused of firearm offenses under this section lose judicial immunity protections

  • Judges may be held civilly liable for damages caused by any felony committed by the accused while out on bail

  • Filed by Representative Marcus S. Vaughn (9th Norfolk) on January 3, 2025; referred to the Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Ensuring the enforcement of mandatory minimums for firearm related crimes

Last Action

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order

10/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/27/2025

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