Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill

HD 3281: An Act requiring only a justice to remove a trial default of a defendant who fails to appear at trial

Introduced

Plain-language summary

HD 3281 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act requiring only a justice to remove a trial default of a defendant who fails to appear at trial. Primary sponsor: Christopher Markey (Democratic).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Christopher Markey (Democratic).