Enhances court authority to protect public safety by considering ICE detainers in bail decisions.
This bill amends Chapter 276 of the General Laws to enhance the authority of courts in Massachusetts to protect public safety. Specifically, it requires judicial officers to consider Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainers when determining bail. If ICE requests detention and an administrative warrant exists, the judicial officer may withhold bail and detain the individual for up to 12 hours. The bill also mandates that the judicial officer provide reasons in writing if they do not honor the ICE request, and these reasons must be filed with the Clerk of the Court.
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