Bill > S1893

This bill amends Section 22F of Chapter 90 of the General Laws, which deals with habitual traffic offenders, by changing the word "four" to "five" in one instance and by removing the provision that allowed for appeals to the superior court for certain orders made by the registrar of motor vehicles. It also introduces a new classification system for habitual traffic offenders, designating them as "level 2" or "level 3" based on the severity and number of their traffic violations, including operating under the influence, reckless driving, making false statements on applications, leaving the scene of an accident, driving after suspension or revocation, driving without a license, or committing a felony with a vehicle. For these offenders, the registrar of motor vehicles will have the authority to revoke their license or right to operate a vehicle for extended periods, up to life, and will require them to complete a driver improvement course and pass a competency exam before their license can be reinstated. The bill also clarifies the registrar's authority to issue new licenses or reinstate driving privileges under specific terms and conditions, and states that this section does not limit the registrar's existing powers under Section 24 of Chapter 90.