Massachusetts S1132 establishes compensation and services for victims of wrongful felony convictions.
Massachusetts S1132 creates a framework for compensation and services for individuals wrongfully convicted of felonies. Eligible individuals must have been convicted of a felony, not pleaded guilty, and served time in incarceration. They can claim compensation and services through an administrative process, including financial awards based on the duration of incarceration, parole, or probation. The bill also provides for health care benefits, educational services, and reentry planning.
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