H1813

Promoting fairness in parole

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1813 aims to ensure fairness in parole by regulating the temporary custody of parolees.

Massachusetts H1813 amends the General Laws to establish stricter guidelines for the temporary custody of parolees. It mandates that a parole officer, with the consent of a supervisor, can issue a warrant for temporary custody if there is probable cause that a parolee has violated conditions, including unauthorized removal of a GPS device or contact with a crime victim. A hearing officer must hold a preliminary hearing within 15 days to determine if a violation occurred. The parole board can withdraw the warrant, but this does not affect subsequent warrants.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 3, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

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