Massachusetts Senate Bill S2538

Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 11/20/23
• Refer: 11/20/23
• Refer: 12/14/23
• Refer: 4/1/24
• Engrossed: 4/25/24
• Refer: 4/29/24

Caption

Relative to the designation of Jury Clerk in the Haverhill District Court

Impact

The impact of Bill S2538 primarily revolves around improving the efficiency and clarity of court operations within the Haverhill District Court. By explicitly naming the Jury Clerk's position and detailing its responsibilities, the bill intends to streamline processes related to jury management. This could potentially enhance public access to court services as well as promote better administrative practices within the judiciary. The amendment reflects a growing trend to ensure that court operations are clearly defined and managed effectively according to local needs and judicial administration standards.

Summary

Bill S2538, presented by Senator Barry R. Finegold, seeks to amend Section 10 of Chapter 218 of the General Laws of Massachusetts concerning the designation of a Jury Clerk in the Haverhill District Court. This bill proposes to officially designate the position of Jury Clerk in the Haverhill District Court, specifically incorporating references to the Central District Court of Northern Essex, facilitating clarity in court administration. Such modifications aim to improve the structural organization of judicial roles across Massachusetts courts, particularly in the context of local governance and court operations.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward, the implications on state law center on how local courts are managed and organized. There may be subtle tensions regarding jurisdiction and the allocation of judicial resources between the Haverhill District Court and other regional courts. However, no notable contentious debates were explicitly recorded, indicating general support for the measure or limited opposition perhaps due to the perceived necessity of clear administrative roles within the court system.