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May 11th, 2019

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This post will discuss recent changes to Massachusetts law on four legal issues: Parent testimonial disqualification Drug rehabilitation (see drug possession) Sentencing of a primary caretaker of a dependent child Criminal Justice Reform Many parents…

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