An Act to extend statute of limitations for incest
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to lengthen the time period within which legal action can be taken in cases of incest. Currently, the statute of limitations for incest in Massachusetts is limited. This legislation proposes extending that timeframe, potentially allowing victims to pursue justice who may have hesitated to report the crime due to the time constraints. The bill is currently under consideration by the Judiciary Committee.
Key provisions
- Extends the statute of limitations for incest cases.
- Specifically addresses the time limit for reporting and prosecuting incest offenses.
- Aims to provide greater protection for victims of incest.
- The bill was referred to the Judiciary Committee for review.
- The bill is accompanied by a study order (H5281).
Who is affected
- Victims of incest
- Families of victims of incest
- The legal system
- The Judiciary Committee
Notable changes
- Currently, the statute of limitations for incest in Massachusetts is unspecified; this bill would extend it.
- This bill builds upon previous attempts to address the statute of limitations for incest in the state.
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