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MA H1993
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Todd Smola
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AI Summary
- Amends Chapter 90C, Section 3 of Massachusetts General Laws governing civil motor vehicle infraction hearings
- Violators may contest infractions by requesting a noncriminal hearing within 20 days of citation by mailing a signed request to the registrar
- Late hearing requests may only be granted if the registrar determines the delay was for good cause beyond the violator's control
- Decisions by magistrates may be appealed to a justice for de novo review; no jury trial is available for civil motor vehicle infractions
- Violators found responsible must pay assessments within 20 days, with payment automatically stayed during any appeals
Legislative Description
Relative to court filing fees
Last Action
Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order
11/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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