H 1699
An Act relative to throwing objects at motor vehicles
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to increase penalties for individuals who throw or shoot objects at motor vehicles. Currently, the specific penalties for such actions are not clearly defined in Massachusetts law. The bill aims to establish clearer and more severe consequences for this type of destructive behavior, potentially deterring such actions and assisting law enforcement in prosecuting offenders. It is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature’s Judiciary Committee.
Key provisions
- Increases penalties for throwing or shooting objects at motor vehicles.
- Addresses the lack of specific legal consequences for this offense.
- Likely to include provisions for fines and potential jail time.
- May establish a clearer legal framework for prosecuting related crimes.
Who is affected
- Motor vehicle owners
- Motor vehicle drivers
- Individuals who throw or shoot objects at motor vehicles
- Law enforcement agencies
Notable changes
- Creates specific legal penalties for throwing or shooting objects at motor vehicles.
- Addresses a gap in current Massachusetts law regarding this offense.
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Primary sponsor
Paul K. Frost
Cosponsors
Kelly W. Pease
Paul K. Frost
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Bill H.1699 194th (Current)
An Act relative to throwing objects at motor vehicles
By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1699) of Paul K. Frost relative to the penalties for throwing or shooting objects at motor vehicles. The Judiciary.
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Presenter: Paul K. Frost
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1699
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27) |
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