An Act empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts law enforcement agencies to work with the United States government to transfer custody of convicted criminals. Specifically, it aims to facilitate the return of individuals who have been convicted in Massachusetts but are still under the jurisdiction of a federal court. The bill seeks to streamline the process of transferring custody, potentially improving cooperation between state and federal authorities. It is similar to previous legislation with the same goal.
Key provisions
- Allows Massachusetts law enforcement to cooperate with the U.S. government.
- Facilitates the transfer of custody of convicted criminals.
- Aims to streamline the process of transferring individuals to federal custody.
- Addresses situations where a criminal has been convicted in Massachusetts but is subject to federal jurisdiction.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Law Enforcement Agencies
- Federal Government
- Convicted Criminals
- State Courts
- Federal Courts
Notable changes
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to address the transfer of custody of convicted criminals between state and federal entities.
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