Massachusetts H2035 amends the General Laws to impose penalties for aiding, supporting, or enticing children to runaway.
Massachusetts H2035 amends Chapter 265 of the General Laws by adding Section 26E, which imposes penalties for aiding, supporting, or enticing children to runaway. Specifically, it criminalizes knowingly aiding, supporting, or enticing a child under 14 to abscond from the custody of the Department of Children and Families, foster care, or any other legally responsible individual or entity. Penalties include imprisonment in a state prison for up to 10 years, a fine of at least $5,000, or both.
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