Criminal Justice (Juvenile Justice)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 26, 2025

S 108: An Act protecting youth during custodial interrogations

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 108) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation protecting youth during custodial interrogations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly protects youth during custodial interrogations, aligning with criminal justice reform by safeguarding civil rights and enhancing police accountability for vulnerable populations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 1050: An Act to enhance fairness and increase positive outcomes for children

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1050) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation relative to electronic monitoring of juveniles. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill focuses on juvenile electronic monitoring to enhance fairness and positive outcomes, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators like rehabilitation and reduced recidivism.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 1081: An Act to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1081) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to prevent the imposition of mandatory minimum sentences based on juvenile adjudications. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticePrevents mandatory minimum sentences tied to juvenile records, reducing harsh sentencing and advancing criminal justice reform by protecting youth from disproportionate penalties.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Sentencing

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1792: An Act relative to juvenile restitution

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1792) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to authorizing the courts of the Commonwealth to establish a system of juvenile restitution. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes juvenile restitution system, promoting rehabilitation over punishment, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Victims' Rights

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2055: An Act relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2055) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to pre-adjudication credit for juvenile offenders. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides pre-adjudication credit for juveniles, reducing unnecessary detention and promoting rehabilitation - aligns with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1658: An Act to enhance fairness and increase positive outcomes for children

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1658) of Marjorie C. Decker relative to the use of electronic monitoring of juveniles. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes juvenile justice reform through electronic monitoring alternatives, enhancing fairness as stated in title and summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 20, 2025

H 1695: An Act promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services

By Representative Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1695) of Brandy Fluker-Reid, Erika Uyterhoeven and Russell E. Holmes relative to promoting diversion of juveniles to community supervision and services. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes juvenile diversion to community services, reducing incarceration and aligning with criminal justice reform goals like rehabilitation and recidivism reduction.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 2028: An Act improving juvenile justice data collection

By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2028) of Andres X. Vargas relative to improving juvenile justice data collection. The Judiciary.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeImproves juvenile justice data collection, enabling evidence-based reforms and better outcomes in criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SD 157: An Act protecting youth during custodial interrogations

By Ms. Creem, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 108) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation protecting youth during custodial interrogations. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects minors' rights during custodial interrogations, aligning with civil rights protections in criminal justice reform.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice

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introduced · Massachusetts · House

HD 3632: An Act to promote public safety and better outcomes for youth

This bill (HD 3632) updates Massachusetts laws to replace all references to "18" with "the age of criminal majority" across multiple statutes. It directly affects youth involved in the juvenile justice system, particularly regarding probation periods, delinquency definitions, and youthful offender classifications. The key mechanism standardizes legal references to a defined "age of criminal majority" instead of a fixed age, allowing future adjustments to the actual age threshold through separate legislation. This change applies to sections covering probation terms (e.g., extending probation beyond age 18), definitions of "delinquent child," and youthful offender status. The bill does not set a specific new age but creates a flexible legal term for future policy changes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeUpdates juvenile justice statutes to standardize 'age of criminal majority' references, enabling future adjustments for better youth outcomes and reducing outdated legal barriers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Probation & Parole

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