13 sections in this chapter.
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 258B, § 1 Definitions
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Section 1. As used in this chapter, the following words shall have the following meanings, unless the context otherwise requires:— ''Board'', the victim and witness assistance board as established in section four. ''Court'', a forum established under the General Laws for the adju…
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 258B, § 10 Construction
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Section 10. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as creating an entitlement or a cause of action on behalf of any person against any public employee, public agency, the commonwealth or any agency responsible for the enforcement of rights and provision of services set forth …
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 258B, § 11 Duration of rights and duties
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Section 11. The rights and duties established under this chapter shall continue to be enforceable until the final disposition of the charges, including acquittal or dismissal of charges, all post-conviction release proceedings, post-conviction relief proceedings, all appellate pr…
Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 258B, § 12 Assurance of rights; assistance by criminal justice agencies
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Section 12. Law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, judges, probation officers, clerks and corrections officials shall assure that victims of crime are afforded the rights established in this chapter. Unless specifically stated otherwise, the requirements to provide information to…