[ Text of section added by 2021, 24, Sec. 65 effective July 1, 2021. See 2021, 24, Sec. 149.]
Section 1. As used in this chapter, the following words shall, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, have the following meanings:
"Certifying entity'', a law enforcement agency, prosecutor or other state or local entity that has the authority to detect, investigate or prosecute severe forms of trafficking in persons or criminal activity.
"Criminal activity'', as described in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(15)(U)(iii).
"Severe forms of trafficking in persons'', as defined in 22 U.S.C. 7102.
Structure Massachusetts General Laws
Part III - Courts, Judicial Officers and Proceedings in Civil Cases
Title IV - Certain Writs and Proceedings in Special Cases
Chapter 258f - Certification for Victims of Violent Crime and Human Trafficking
Section 2 - Completing and Signing Nonimmigrant Status Certification Forms
Section 3 - Certifying Entity's Response to Certification Request
Section 4 - Report to Executive Office of Public Safety and Security