S 1145
An Act relative to the definition of strangulation
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a clear legal definition of ‘strangulation’ for use in Massachusetts law. It aims to provide greater clarity for legal proceedings and investigations involving incidents where someone has been subjected to strangulation. The definition will be used to encompass various forms of constriction applied to the neck or upper body, including but not limited to gripping, squeezing, or applying pressure. This legislation seeks to standardize the legal understanding of this serious form of violence.
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Robyn K. Kennedy
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Robyn K. Kennedy
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