H1822
An Act relative to harassment prevention orders
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a new type of court order, called a harassment prevention order, designed to protect individuals from ongoing harassment. These orders would allow judges to issue restrictions on a harasser’s behavior, such as prohibiting contact with the victim or requiring them to stay a certain distance away. The goal is to provide a more effective tool for addressing persistent harassment and ensuring the safety of those affected.
Key provisions
- Creates the legal framework for harassment prevention orders.
- Defines ‘harassment’ for the purposes of these orders.
- Outlines the process for obtaining a harassment prevention order.
- Specifies the types of restrictions a judge can impose.
- Addresses enforcement mechanisms for the orders.
- Provides for expedited hearings in harassment prevention order cases.
Who is affected
- Individuals experiencing harassment.
- Potential harassers.
- Courts and legal professionals.
Notable changes
- Introduces a new legal tool to combat harassment beyond existing protections.
- Potentially allows for more comprehensive restrictions on harassing behavior.
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Primary sponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
Cosponsor
Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill H.1822 194th (Current)
An Act relative to harassment prevention orders
By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1822) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to harassment prevention orders. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Michael P. Kushmerek
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1822
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00PM-5:00 PM in A-2 and virtual |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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