An Act relative to unsolved homicides
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes the creation of an office within the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office dedicated to investigating and reviewing unsolved homicides. The goal is to provide a centralized approach to these cases, potentially utilizing new technologies and resources to generate leads and seek justice for victims and their families. The office would focus on reviewing cold cases and working to identify previously overlooked evidence. It aims to improve the investigation and resolution of homicide cases that have remained unsolved.
Key provisions
- Establish an office of unsolved homicides within the Attorney General’s office.
- The office will review unsolved homicide cases.
- The office may utilize new technologies and investigative techniques.
- The office will prioritize cases with significant investigative gaps.
- The office will collaborate with local law enforcement agencies.
- The office will maintain a database of unsolved homicide cases.
Who is affected
- Victim families
- Massachusetts residents
- Massachusetts Attorney General’s office
- Local law enforcement agencies
- The criminal justice system
Notable changes
- Creates a dedicated unit within the Attorney General's office to focus on unsolved homicides.
- May lead to increased resources and attention being given to cold cases.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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