Massachusetts S3251 amends the state building code and fire code to redefine "criminal negligence" and establish penalties for violations.

Massachusetts S3251 amends the state building code and fire code to redefine "criminal negligence" as repeated failures to comply with the codes and failure to perceive a substantial and unjustifiable risk of serious bodily injury or death. It establishes fines and imprisonment penalties for violations, including a fine of up to $1,000 for a first offense, up to $2,000 or imprisonment for a second offense, and up to $10,000 or imprisonment for a third or subsequent offense.

Massachusetts S3251 amends the state building code and fire code to redefine "criminal negligence" and establish penalties for violations.

Massachusetts S3251 amends the state building code and fire code to redefine "criminal negligence" as repeated failures to comply with the codes and failure to perceive a substantial and unjustifiable risk of serious bodily injury or death. It establishes fines and imprisonment penalties for violations, including a fine of up to $1,000 for a first offense, up to $2,000 or imprisonment for a second offense, and up to $10,000 or imprisonment for a third or subsequent offense.