MA S2346

Law enforcement officers may issue traffic citations or warnings to vehicle owners based on license plate identification without conducting a motor vehicle stop or identifying the driver

Registered vehicle owners are held liable for fines at standard rates, and while violations won't appear on driving records, they can affect insurance premium surcharges if the owner is found responsible

Vehicle owners have 60 days to contest violations by written affidavit or request an in-person hearing, with decisions issued within 21 days and judicial review available under Chapter 30A

Accumulating 3 or more unpaid violations triggers a hold on vehicle registration renewal; for rental/leased vehicles, liability transfers to the lessee/rentee, who faces license non-renewal or suspension after 5 unpaid violations

MassDOT must issue implementing regulations within 90 days, and the Secretary of Public Safety must report to the legislature by April 1, 2027 on methods to identify potential race or gender discrimination patterns in enforcement