S.1242

Relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1242 amends laws to consider juvenile offenders' behavior and participation in programs before sentencing.

Massachusetts S1242 amends the General Laws to include factors such as time spent in custody, participation in Department of Youth Services programs, and behavior during pre-trial detention in evaluations for juvenile offenders. These evaluations will be considered in sentencing, aiming to provide a more comprehensive assessment of the offender's conduct and potential for rehabilitation.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 23

Senate

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means

Feb 26

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026

Feb 12

Senate

Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026