An Act relative to the punishment of organized retail crimes
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends existing Massachusetts law to increase the potential penalties for organized retail crimes. Specifically, it modifies sections of Chapter 266 and Chapter 218 to allow for incarceration in a house of correction for up to 2.5 years in addition to existing penalties. The changes aim to address and deter criminal activity involving multiple individuals targeting retail businesses.
Key provisions
- Increases the maximum jail time for organized retail crimes.
- Allows for incarceration in a house of correction for up to 2.5 years.
- Modifies Chapter 266 of the General Laws.
- Modifies Chapter 218 of the General Laws.
- Addresses criminal activity targeting retail businesses.
- Related to existing legislation H.1644, H.3279, H.1512, H.1443, H.4324
Who is affected
- Retail businesses
- Organized crime groups
- Law enforcement
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Adds a new sentencing option of house of correction incarceration.
- Updates existing penalties for organized retail crimes.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on the Judiciary
Cosponsor
Michael S. Day
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