H1707

Relative to the reckless evasion of a police officer

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1707 amends the General Laws to impose penalties for reckless evasion of police officers.

Massachusetts H1707 amends Chapter 90 of the General Laws by adding a new section 25A. This section imposes penalties on individuals who flee or attempt to elude a police officer while operating a motor vehicle with willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. Penalties include fines ranging from $100 to $1,000, imprisonment from six months to two years, or both. Additionally, a conviction under this provision results in a 60-day suspension of the driver's license by the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

May 6, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order