H1853

To enhance the availability of immunity to witnesses in the courts of the Commonwealth

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Expands immunity for witnesses in Massachusetts courts to include district and juvenile courts.

This bill amends Massachusetts law to enhance the availability of immunity for witnesses testifying in various courts. It modifies the General Laws to include district and juvenile courts in the list of courts where immunity can be granted. This change aims to ensure that witnesses in different court proceedings can be granted immunity, potentially encouraging more individuals to testify in criminal cases.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 9, 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 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

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