Bill > S2446

This bill modifies Massachusetts motor vehicle law regarding habitual traffic offenders by establishing more stringent penalties for repeat traffic offenders. Specifically, the bill changes the classification of habitual offenders into two levels (level 2 and level 3) with increasingly severe consequences for repeated traffic violations. Under the new provisions, a person who has not had their driving privileges restored for more than 5 years and is convicted of serious traffic offenses such as driving under the influence, reckless driving, operating without a license, or committing a felony involving a motor vehicle can be deemed a level 3 habitual offender. For such offenders, the Registry of Motor Vehicles is required to revoke their license for a period of at least 5 years and up to life, and they must complete a driver improvement course and pass a competency examination before potentially regaining their driving privileges. Similarly, level 2 habitual offenders face license revocation for 5-15 years under specific circumstances. The bill also removes the previous provision allowing automatic appeal to the superior court for the registrar's decisions and gives the registrar broader discretion in reinstating driving privileges under appropriate terms and conditions.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2446