H1846

Bringing the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1846 aims to bring the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death under the jurisdiction of the district court.

Massachusetts H1846 seeks to amend Section 26 of Chapter 218 of the General Laws to include the crime of leaving the scene of personal injury causing death within the jurisdiction of the district court. This bill, introduced by Representative Kate Lipper-Garabedian, aims to ensure that such serious offenses are prosecuted in the appropriate court, enhancing accountability and justice for victims and their families.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 4, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-02:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 4, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time