Expands protections against incest in Massachusetts by including affinity and adoption in the definition of prohibited relationships.
This bill amends the General Laws of Massachusetts to expand protections against incest by including relationships based on affinity and adoption within the definition of prohibited relationships. This change aims to strengthen legal barriers against incestuous relationships, ensuring broader coverage under the state's incest laws. The bill's provisions are set to take effect immediately upon passage.
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