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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to motor vehicle operators leaving the scene of a collision. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 24 of Chapter 90 of the General Laws, which pertains to motor vehicle operators leaving the scene of a collision. Specifically, it expands the circumstances under which a driver is legally obligated to remain at the scene and report an incident. The bill inserts new language that requires drivers to stay if they have "reason to know" they have collided with or caused injury to another vehicle or property, or to a person, unless that person's death results from the collision. This change aims to ensure drivers are held accountable for their actions even if they are not immediately aware of the full extent of the damage or injury caused by their collision.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Tackey Chan (D)*,
Bruce Ayers (D),
James Cantwell (D),
Colleen Garry (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
John Rogers (D),
Jeff Roy (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4706 (on 10/24/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H1231 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1231 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1231.pdf |
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