Criminal Justice

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 1058: An Act relative to expungement of juvenile and young adult records

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1058) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to expunge juvenile and young adult records. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpunges juvenile/young adult records to reduce reintegration barriers, aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing recidivism and improving rehabilitation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 2030: An Act to implement recommendations of the Commission on structural racism in the parole process

By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2030) of Andres X. Vargas relative to structural racism in the parole process. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAddresses structural racism in parole process, promoting criminal justice reform through systemic changes to reduce racial disparities in corrections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Probation & Parole

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1233: An Act relative to setting proportionate penalties for the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1233) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to set proportionate penalties for the distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and carfentanil. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeSets proportionate penalties for drug distribution, reducing excessive sentencing which aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1828: An Act relative to due process

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1828) of John J. Lawn, Jr., and Jacob R. Oliveira relative to due process. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill focuses on due process within Judiciary, protecting defendant rights and ensuring fair legal procedures in criminal justice.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 31, 2025

H 1691: An Act relative to certain offenses

By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1691) of Carole A. Fiola relative to conditions for release of persons accused of certain offenses involving physical force or abuse. The Judiciary.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill sets stricter release conditions for accused in physical force abuse cases, implying restriction on pretrial release options.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1841: An Act relative to the intimidation of witnesses and interfering with justice

By Representative Linsky of Natick, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1841) of David Paul Linsky relative to intimidation in the criminal justice system. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill targets witness intimidation and interference with justice, directly strengthening criminal justice system integrity and protecting participants in legal proceedings.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1220: An Act to protect victims of crimes and the public

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1220) of Patrick M. O'Connor and Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida for legislation to protect victims of crimes and the public. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly protects crime victims, aligning with criminal justice reform priorities like victim rights and public safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 1221: An Act strengthening GPS tampering Laws

S 1221, titled "An Act strengthening GPS tampering Laws," would increase penalties for intentionally interfering with or disabling GPS tracking systems. The bill directly affects individuals who tamper with GPS devices, such as those used in vehicles or personal location trackers. Key provisions would make tampering a more serious offense by raising criminal penalties and expanding legal definitions of prohibited interference. This legislation aims to deter unauthorized disruption of GPS technology through clearer and stricter enforcement.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties for GPS tampering, expanding criminalization of interference with tracking systems, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of expanding criminalization.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStrengthens cybersecurity by increasing penalties for GPS tampering, protecting critical location technology infrastructure from unauthorized disruption.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2050: An Act removing barriers to the expungement of records

By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2050) of Bud L. Williams relative to certification of eligibility for expungement of certain records. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill removes barriers to expungement, directly advancing criminal justice reform by reducing recidivism and improving rehabilitation access for individuals with sealed records.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 30, 2025

S 524: An Act relative to voting rights restoration

S 524, introduced by Senator Liz Miranda, would automatically restore voting rights to individuals with past felony convictions upon completion of their sentences. It directly affects people in Massachusetts who have served their prison terms or probation for felony offenses. The bill's key provision eliminates the need for a separate application or court order, ensuring voting rights are restored automatically without further action. This changes current law, which requires individuals to seek restoration through a separate process.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAutomatically restores voting rights for felons post-sentence, promoting reintegration and civil rights - key criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Probation & Parole

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