Massachusetts H1768 strengthens penalties for sexual assault of vulnerable adults by mandated reporters, persons in positions of trust, and.
Massachusetts H1768 amends Chapter 265 of the General Laws to enhance protections for vulnerable adults from sexual assault. It imposes stricter penalties for sexual intercourse, unnatural sexual intercourse, and indecent assault and battery committed by mandated reporters, persons in positions of trust, and transportation providers. A vulnerable adult is defined as someone fourteen years of age or older who is admitted to a mental health facility or a community-based or residential facility, or is committed by mandated reporters, persons in positions of trust, and transportation providers.
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