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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to penalties for operation of motor vehicles after unlawful removal of an ignition interlock device. Transportation.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 24S of Chapter 90 in Massachusetts law to increase the penalties for operating a motor vehicle after the unlawful removal of a certified ignition interlock device. The bill establishes a fine of not less than $1,000 nor more than $15,000 and a jail sentence of not less than 180 days nor more than 2.5 years, or a fine and imprisonment in the state prison for not less than 2.5 years nor more than 5 years. The bill also specifies that the offender must serve at least 150 days of the sentence and is not eligible for probation, parole, or furlough during that time. The term "certified ignition interlock device" is defined as a breath screening device that prevents a vehicle from starting if it detects a blood alcohol concentration over 0.02.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2642 (on 02/03/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2357 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S2357.pdf |
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