H1620
An Act relative to leaving the scene of a collision
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1620, aims to strengthen penalties for individuals who leave the scene of a motor vehicle collision in Massachusetts. Currently, the law allows for a range of penalties, but this legislation seeks to increase the severity of consequences for those who abandon a crash site, potentially including longer jail sentences and higher fines. The goal is to encourage drivers to remain at the scene of accidents to assist injured parties and cooperate with law enforcement. It builds upon previous attempts to address this issue in the state.
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David Sullivan
Jr. Joseph Early
Kevin Hayden
Michael Morrissey
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