S.3159

Strengthening GPS tampering Laws

Introduced·7/13/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S3159 strengthens GPS tampering laws by classifying certain actions as felonies.

Massachusetts S3159 amends existing law to strengthen penalties for GPS tampering. Specifically, it adds a new provision stating that the intentional removal or destruction of a GPS tracking device with the intent to evade authorities or cause harm, without judicial approval or a necessity to prevent greater harm, constitutes a felony. This change aims to deter malicious tampering with GPS devices.

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Ways and Means Committee
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History

Jul 13

Senate

Reported from the committee on The Judiciary

Jul 13

Senate

New draft of S1221

Jul 13

Senate

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