S 1270
An Act relative to protecting the residents of the Commonwealth from dangerous persons
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1270, aimed to establish a process for identifying and managing individuals deemed ‘dangerous persons’ within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It proposed creating a framework for assessing risk, potentially including specific hearings and restrictions on behavior. The bill sought to enhance public safety by providing mechanisms to address potential threats posed by individuals exhibiting dangerous tendencies. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass the legislature.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
Steven George Xiarhos
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