H 4599 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

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

This bill strengthens penalties for individuals who drive recklessly or negligently while their driver's license is suspended or revoked. It specifically targets drivers who operate vehicles without eligibility for a license or after receiving official notice of suspension, particularly when their license was taken away due to prior convictions. Under the new provisions, offenders face stricter punishments based on the severity of the outcome, including longer prison terms and higher fines if someone is injured or killed. Additionally, the law mandates that convicted drivers have their licenses revoked for 60 days to one year for minor injuries, two years for serious bodily harm, and up to ten years for causing death, with limited options for appeal or probation.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 9, 2024 Last action May 28, 2024
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Committee
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May 28, 2024
Lower · Passed
Committee reported that the matter be placed in the Orders of the Day for the next sitting
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May 9, 2024
Lower · Passed
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling
lower
May 9, 2024
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on The Judiciary
lower
0 primary · 1 co-sponsor

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