An Act relative to illegal drug and firearm trafficking

This bill amends Massachusetts law to impose stricter penalties on individuals convicted of both illegal drug trafficking and firearm trafficking. Specifically, it targets those found guilty of trafficking opioids or heroin while also trafficking or stealing firearms, rifles, shotguns, or machine guns. Such offenders face a mandatory sentence of up to life imprisonment in state prison, which may include a fine of up to $500,000. Additionally, the legislation prevents these sentences from being paused or continued without a formal finding and bars convicted individuals from receiving early release privileges like furloughs or work release.