Massachusetts S1049 allows primary caretakers to apply for pretrial diversion.

Massachusetts S1049 amends the state's pretrial diversion law to allow defendants who are pregnant, the primary caretaker of a dependent child, or the primary caretaker of an aging or sick immediate family member to apply for pretrial diversion. If the defendant performs satisfactorily in diversion, the court shall enter a dismissal of the underlying case. The court must make written findings concerning the defendant’s status as a primary caretaker and whether the conditions of diversion are feasible and will contribute to the well-being of the defendant and their community.

Massachusetts S1049 allows primary caretakers to apply for pretrial diversion.

Massachusetts S1049 amends the state's pretrial diversion law to allow defendants who are pregnant, the primary caretaker of a dependent child, or the primary caretaker of an aging or sick immediate family member to apply for pretrial diversion. If the defendant performs satisfactorily in diversion, the court shall enter a dismissal of the underlying case. The court must make written findings concerning the defendant’s status as a primary caretaker and whether the conditions of diversion are feasible and will contribute to the well-being of the defendant and their community.