An Act promoting fairness in youthful offender indictments
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, H.1918, aimed to improve fairness in how young people are charged with crimes in Massachusetts. It proposed changes to the process of youthful offender indictments, seeking to ensure that these charges are applied equitably and with appropriate consideration for the age and circumstances of the defendant. The bill was ultimately unsuccessful, having failed in the House after being concurred in by the Senate.
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Amy Mah Sangiolo
James B. Eldridge
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