Massachusetts H2179 mandates HIV testing for individuals convicted of certain sexual assault crimes.

Massachusetts H2179 requires individuals convicted of specific sexual assault crimes to undergo HIV testing within 14 days of their conviction. The testing results must be disclosed to the convicted person and the complaining witness. Refusal to comply with this testing can lead to contempt charges, potential sentence revision, and probation violation. Additionally, individuals who refuse testing are ineligible for parole, work release, education release, or transfer to facilities other than maximum or medium security until the testing is completed.

Massachusetts H2179 mandates HIV testing for individuals convicted of certain sexual assault crimes.

Massachusetts H2179 requires individuals convicted of specific sexual assault crimes to undergo HIV testing within 14 days of their conviction. The testing results must be disclosed to the convicted person and the complaining witness. Refusal to comply with this testing can lead to contempt charges, potential sentence revision, and probation violation. Additionally, individuals who refuse testing are ineligible for parole, work release, education release, or transfer to facilities other than maximum or medium security until the testing is completed.