An Act prohibiting level 3 sex offenders from residing together
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits level 3 sex offenders from living in the same residence in Massachusetts. The goal is to reduce the risk of harm to potential victims by limiting contact between offenders. The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee and subsequently reported. It is similar to previous legislation aimed at restricting housing options for this category of offenders.
Key provisions
- Prohibits level 3 sex offenders from residing together in a single dwelling.
- Applies to individuals classified as level 3 sex offenders under Massachusetts law.
- The bill was referred to the Judiciary committee for review.
- The bill is similar to previous legislation addressing similar concerns.
- The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Who is affected
- Level 3 sex offenders
- Individuals living in shared residences
- Potential victims of sexual offenses
Notable changes
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to restrict housing for sex offenders.
- It specifically targets level 3 offenders, a classification within the state’s sex offender registry.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Cosponsors
Bradley H. Jones Jr.
Kimberly N. Ferguson
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