H 1783
An Act removing state funded counsel for sex offender classification hearings
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Bill overview
This bill proposed to eliminate state-funded legal counsel for individuals undergoing sex offender classification hearings in Massachusetts. The bill aimed to reduce state spending by removing this support service. Supporters argued that defendants should bear the cost of their legal representation in these proceedings. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
David F. DeCoste
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
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