An Act relative to access to justice

This bill restricts how Massachusetts law enforcement and court officials can share information with federal immigration authorities. It prohibits the Registry of Motor Vehicles from providing data to federal agencies for civil immigration enforcement unless a judge issues a probable cause warrant, and it bars the disclosure of criminal offender records for non-criminal justice purposes. Additionally, the law requires that any immigration-related questioning of people in state custody must happen only with the individual's written consent and the option to have an attorney present. The legislation also prevents officials from asking victims, witnesses, and their families about their immigration status unless required by law, while allowing judges to make necessary inquiries during legal proceedings.