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MA H4412

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

7/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Angelo Puppolo

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Amends Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 268, Section 13B(b) to add enhanced penalties for witness intimidation committed while armed
  • Armed witness intimidation punishable by up to 20 years in state prison or up to 2½ years in house of correction
  • Fine of up to $10,000 may be imposed, either alone or in combination with imprisonment
  • Filed by Representative Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr. of the 12th Hampden District on July 10, 2025
  • Referred to the Judiciary Committee under Joint Rule 12

Legislative Description

Relative to witness intimidation

Last Action

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

11/18/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary8/11/2025
Rules7/17/2025

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