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MA H3670
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Homar Gomez
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AI Summary
- Creates new criminal offense for drivers who refuse to stop for a uniformed police officer and then operate negligently or recklessly with intent to evade apprehension
- Penalties include up to 5 years in state prison, up to 2.5 years in jail or house of correction, fines up to $2,500, or both fine and imprisonment
- Imposes mandatory $250 assessment on anyone convicted, placed on probation, or granted continuance without finding for this offense
- Assessment funds deposited into the Head Injury Treatment Services Trust Fund and cannot be reduced or waived by the court
- Amends Chapter 90 of the General Laws by adding new section 25A
Legislative Description
Relative to dangerous high speed pursuits
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5143
2/25/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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