Massachusetts H4997 amends criminal liability for accomplices in felony cases, particularly those involving sexual offenses.
Massachusetts H4997 modifies the state's criminal code to change how accomplices are punished in felony cases. Specifically, it alters the punishment for those who aid in committing a felony, with a focus on sexual offenses. The bill ensures that accomplices can be punished similarly to the principal offender, providing more severe penalties for those involved in serious crimes.
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