H2063

Relative to corrections officer safety

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2063 strengthens penalties for assault and battery on corrections officers and Department of Corrections staff.

Massachusetts H2063 amends Chapter 265 Section 13D of the General Laws to enhance penalties for assault and battery on corrections officers and Department of Corrections staff engaged in their duties. The bill mandates a minimum prison term of one year and a fine between $500 and $10,000 for those causing serious bodily injury. It prohibits sentence suspension, reduction, or probation until the mandatory minimum term is served.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Nov 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 18, 2025

House

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