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House 1656 - Petition of Eugene L. O'Flaherty for legislation to authorize the assignment of counsel by certain courts prior to the imposition of a jail sentence.

Bill Status

  • Session: 185th General Court
  • Bill Status: 03/31/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4614

Sponsor:

  • Eugene L. O'Flaherty

All Bill Actions

  • 01/11/07 H Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
  • 01/11/07 S Senate concurred
  • Public Hearing date May 8 pm at 1:00 in Room A-2
  • 03/31/08 H Accompanied a study order, see H4614

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