An Act relative to preventing suicide

This bill amends Massachusetts law to criminalize the intentional coercion or encouragement of suicide by individuals who have control over another person's life or circumstances. It specifically prohibits acts such as forcing someone to commit suicide, providing the means to do so, or physically assisting in the act, while defining key terms like suicide attempts and suicidal ideation. The legislation includes a crucial exemption for medical treatments lawfully administered by licensed physicians, ensuring that standard medical care remains unaffected. If passed, the bill would allow for prison sentences of up to five years for those found guilty of these specific actions.