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H 1771

An Act regarding probation violations

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Dan Hunt

Massachusetts bill H.1771 modifies probation violation procedures and consequences, pending Judiciary Committee review with hearings scheduled for June 2025.

Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2
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Bill Summary · H 1771

Legislative bill overview

H.1771 is a Massachusetts bill addressing probation violations, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the provided information. The bill has been referred to the Judiciary Committee and has undergone revision, with a companion draft (H4469) introduced in September 2025. A public hearing is scheduled for June 3, 2025.

Why is this important

Probation violation policies directly affect how the criminal justice system handles people under community supervision and can influence recidivism rates, incarceration numbers, and public safety outcomes. Changes to probation violation procedures impact both individuals in the system and communities, making this a significant policy area with broad implications.

Potential points of contention

  • Violation thresholds and consequences - Whether the bill makes probation violations easier/harder to prove or changes penalties, affecting discretion and consistency in enforcement
  • Due process protections - Questions about what procedural safeguards exist for probationers accused of violations before potential incarceration
  • Equity and disparate impact - How changes might affect different demographic groups differently, particularly given documented disparities in probation enforcement

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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