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CRIMEJul 2 · 20:50 UTCPROPUBLICAWilloughby Mariano

Massachusetts Set to Extend Statute of Limitations for Rape Cases With DNA Evidence

Massachusetts will extend the statute of limitations for rape cases involving DNA evidence, allowing indefinite prosecution if DNA matches a suspect after 15 years. Governor Maura Healey signed the law as part of her budget proposal, responding to advocacy from survivors and reports showing most states allow longer timelines for such cases.

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