Bill > S823

This bill proposes changes to Section 24G of Chapter 90 of the General Laws, which deals with vehicular homicide while driving under the influence (DUI). Specifically, it increases the mandatory minimum prison sentence from fifteen years to twenty-five years for this offense, as indicated by striking the word "fifteen" and inserting "25" in one instance, and striking the figure "15" and inserting "25" in another. Additionally, the bill doubles the maximum fine associated with this crime by striking "five thousand" and inserting "ten thousand," meaning the maximum fine will now be $10,000 instead of $5,000. These changes aim to impose stricter penalties for causing death while driving under the influence.