H1755

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Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1755 allows certain incarcerated individuals to petition for resentencing after serving a minimum number of years, considering factors.

Massachusetts H1755 introduces a process for incarcerated individuals to petition for resentencing if they meet specific criteria. Eligible individuals include those who were 26 or older at the time of their offense and have served at least 12 years in custody, or those who were 25 or younger and have served at least 10 years. The petition can be filed by the incarcerated individual, their counsel, the district attorney, or a next friend. The court must consider factors such as the individual's age at the time of the offense, their health conditions, and their efforts towards rehabilitation.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Nov 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 18, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order