MA S1271

Creates new crime for unlawfully tampering with, removing, destroying, or interfering with GPS monitoring devices used for pretrial release, probation, or parole conditions, punishable by up to 2.5 years in house of correction for first offense

Second or subsequent monitoring device tampering offense punishable by up to 5 years in state prison or 2.5 years in house of correction

Prior conviction for monitoring device tampering serves as prima facie evidence that no bail conditions can reasonably assure the person's court appearance

Expands list of offenses eligible for pretrial detention hearings to include sex offenses involving children and numerous violent crimes under Chapter 265, with exception for defendants under 16 or within 2 years of victim's age for statutory rape charges

Requires victim notification before bail release for adults charged with domestic abuse, assault and battery on family members, strangulation, or violent offenses with identified victims, with maximum 6-hour hold to permit notification