Massachusetts H4351 amends laws to enhance protections for victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders.

Massachusetts H4351 amends existing laws to strengthen protections for victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders. The bill mandates that law enforcement agencies notify victims when a temporary or permanent harassment prevention order has been successfully served, not served within 12 hours, and every 24 hours thereafter until service is complete or the court orders otherwise. It also specifies the effect of non-service on the order's validity. This legislation aims to ensure victims are kept informed about the status of their protection orders.

Massachusetts H4351 amends laws to enhance protections for victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders.

Massachusetts H4351 amends existing laws to strengthen protections for victims of stalking in violation of harassment prevention orders. The bill mandates that law enforcement agencies notify victims when a temporary or permanent harassment prevention order has been successfully served, not served within 12 hours, and every 24 hours thereafter until service is complete or the court orders otherwise. It also specifies the effect of non-service on the order's validity. This legislation aims to ensure victims are kept informed about the status of their protection orders.