An Act relative to felony threshold for multiple theft offenses
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill adjusts the threshold for when a series of theft offenses are considered felonies in Massachusetts. Currently, the specific number of offenses required to trigger a felony charge varies. This bill aims to standardize the felony threshold for multiple theft offenses, potentially simplifying the legal process and ensuring consistent application of the law.
Key provisions
- Establishes a single felony threshold for multiple theft offenses.
- The threshold is tied to the total value of stolen goods.
- The bill specifies a monetary value that, when exceeded across multiple thefts, will trigger a felony charge.
- It clarifies how multiple offenses involving the same property are treated.
- The bill aims to reduce confusion and inconsistencies in felony charging decisions related to theft.
Who is affected
- Individuals accused of theft offenses
- Law enforcement agencies
- Prosecutors
- Defense attorneys
- The court system
Notable changes
- Currently, the number of theft offenses needed to trigger a felony charge is not fixed.
- This bill introduces a monetary value threshold instead.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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