An Act relative to offenses while driving on a non-administrative license suspension

This bill strengthens penalties for individuals in Massachusetts who drive while their license is suspended or revoked and cause an accident. It specifically targets drivers who operate vehicles recklessly or negligently after receiving notice of their suspension, particularly those whose licenses were taken away due to prior convictions or other reportable offenses. Under the new rules, causing injury to another person could result in up to 2.5 years in a house of correction or five years in state prison, along with a fine of up to $3,000. Additionally, the law mandates a minimum six-month jail sentence for repeat offenders and requires a mandatory 60-day to one-year license revocation following a conviction. The legislation also prevents courts from delaying the license revocation process through appeals or motions for a new trial.