Massachusetts S3221 amends various sections of the General Laws to redefine "age of criminal majority" as 19 years old.
Massachusetts S3221 amends several sections of the General Laws to redefine the "age of criminal majority" from 18 to 19 years old. This change impacts various statutes related to criminal proceedings, probation, and the age at which individuals are subject to certain legal consequences. The bill also mandates a report from the Department of Youth Services detailing the impact of integrating 18-year-olds into their care and custody. These amendments ensure consistency in the application of the age of criminal majority across different legal contexts.
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