It appears that we can expect a more comprehensive sentencing package, which will require weeks or months to develop.
Criminal Law
Thanks for voting against three-strikes
Dear Will, Thank you for voting “no” on this criminal centered legislation. You stood out bravely on this, and it is appreciated. Not a popular “no” vote, but true and …
One Tough Vote
I took a tough vote last night that many might, at first glance, disagree with. I write to explain my vote.
Considering reform to parole standards in Massachusetts
A number of lawmakers in The Commonwealth of Massachusetts have found good reason to consider parole reform for repeat criminal offenders. While specific reforms to the current system have been …
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The Death Penalty
I oppose the death penalty and have voted against its reinstitution in Massachusetts The death penalty wouldn’t make Massachusetts one bit safer. People who commit awful crimes are uniformly people …