H4464
An Act relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish clearer procedures and oversight for the examination of evidence rooms within the Massachusetts court system. It aims to ensure that evidence is handled securely and that the process of examining evidence is conducted transparently and consistently. The bill intends to standardize practices related to accessing and reviewing evidence, promoting accountability and integrity in legal proceedings. Specifically, it addresses the examination of evidence rooms and the evidentiary procedures used within those rooms.
Key provisions
- Establishes guidelines for the access and examination of evidence rooms.
- Requires documentation of all evidence room examinations.
- Addresses procedures for securing evidence during examination.
- Specifies protocols for maintaining the chain of custody of evidence.
- Mandates regular inspections of evidence rooms.
Who is affected
- Courts in Massachusetts
- Prosecutors
- Defense attorneys
- Evidence custodians
- Judges
Notable changes
- Introduces standardized protocols for evidence room examination.
- Enhances transparency in the handling of evidence.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsor
Mark J. Cusack
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Bill H.4464 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the examination of evidence rooms and evidentiary procedures
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on the Judiciary Status: Referred to House Committee on Rules
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4464
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on The Judiciary |
| 9/11/2025 | House | New draft of H1630 |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/2/2025 | House | Discharged to the committee on House Rules |
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