Massachusetts H1617 amends law to allow permanent abuse prevention orders for victims of violent crimes.
Massachusetts H1617 amends the General Laws to allow a judge to issue a permanent abuse prevention order at sentencing for victims of violent crimes. This applies to felonies involving physical force, misdemeanors or felonies involving abuse, and specific charges such as assault and battery, stalking, and rape. The order can be issued without a further hearing if the victim already has an active protective order. This measure aims to provide long-term protection for victims of violence.
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