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MA H916

Relative to impeding the flow of traffic on public ways


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the crime of intentionally obstructing vehicular of pedestrian traffic upon a public way. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends Chapter 90 of the General Laws to create a new section, Section 24 3/4, which makes it a punishable offense to intentionally block, obstruct, impede, or interfere with the normal and reasonable movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic upon a public street or highway. The bill establishes fines and imprisonment penalties for such violations, with harsher punishments for violations that result in substantial bodily injury or death to another person. The bill also allows for restitution to be ordered to reimburse emergency service agencies for costs incurred in responding to such violations. The bill provides exemptions for public safety personnel, emergency responders, and those engaged in roadway maintenance or construction activities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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