An Act relative to domestic violence Kianna's Law

Summary

The bill changes Massachusetts law so that temporary restraining orders in domestic‑violence cases automatically last for one year. It also obligates police to tell victims and their families when an order is served, not served, or has expired, and it adds reporting and data‑entry requirements for unserved orders. The goal is to improve protection and communication for victims, families, and witnesses.

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