Massachusetts H1608 amends the definition of harassment and penalties for hate crimes, enhancing protections against intimidation based on protected.
Massachusetts H1608 modifies the definition of harassment to include repeated acts of malicious conduct causing fear, intimidation, or damage, and specific violations of criminal statutes. It also updates penalties for hate crimes, including fines and imprisonment, for offenses motivated by race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability. The bill aims to strengthen protections against intimidation and property damage targeting individuals based on these characteristics.
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