H1957

To ensure the ability to prosecute repeat OUI offenses

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1957 amends law to allow prior OUI convictions to be admissible in court even if sealed.

Massachusetts H1957 amends Section 24 of chapter 90 of the General Laws to ensure that prior convictions for operating under the influence (OUI) remain admissible in court, even if those convictions have been sealed under section 100A of chapter 276. This change aims to facilitate the prosecution of repeat OUI offenses by allowing the use of previously sealed convictions as evidence.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Sep 23, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

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

Sep 16, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/23/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Sep 16, 2025

House

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