H 1716
An Act prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to any persons convicted of criminal offenses against a minor
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits courts from ordering visitation rights for individuals convicted of crimes against a minor. It aims to protect children from potential harm by restricting contact with those who have demonstrated criminal behavior involving minors. The legislation seeks to ensure the safety and well-being of young victims and prevent further abuse or exploitation. This bill builds upon previous attempts to address similar concerns.
Key provisions
- Prohibits court-ordered visitation for convicted offenders against minors.
- Applies to all individuals convicted of criminal offenses against a minor.
- The bill seeks to enhance the safety of minors.
- It builds upon previous legislative efforts to address similar concerns.
- The Judiciary committee will study the potential impacts of this legislation.
Who is affected
- Individuals convicted of criminal offenses against a minor
- Minors who have been victims of crimes
- Courts and judges
- Families involved in custody disputes
Notable changes
- This bill reinforces existing legal protections for minors.
- It represents a continuation of efforts to restrict contact between offenders and victims.
- Similar bills have been proposed and considered in the past.
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsor
Colleen M. Garry
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Bill H.1716 194th (Current)
An Act prohibiting court ordered visitation rights to any persons convicted of criminal offenses against a minor
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1716) of Colleen M. Garry for legislation to prohibit court ordered visitation rights to persons convicted of criminal offenses against minors. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Colleen M. Garry
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1716
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/10/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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