Criminal Justice (Juvenile Justice)

passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 1900: An Act to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications

By Representative Moran of Lawrence, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1900) of Frank A. Moran for legislation to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications, reducing harsh sentencing for young offenders and advancing criminal justice reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Sentencing

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 1065: An Act prohibiting deception in juvenile interrogations

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1065) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to ensure integrity in juvenile interrogations. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibiting deceptive juvenile interrogations protects minors' rights and promotes fairer proceedings, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1979: An Act prohibiting deception in juvenile interrogations

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1979) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to prohibit the use of deception during juvenile custodial interrogations. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits deceptive juvenile interrogations, protecting civil rights and enhancing law enforcement accountability in criminal justice procedures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 1054: An Act improving juvenile justice data collection

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1054) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to improve data collection in the juvenile justice system. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeImproves juvenile justice data collection, aligning with evidence-based reform indicators like enhanced oversight and policy evaluation in criminal justice systems.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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