An Act regarding right of way violations (CeCelia's Law)
SD 218, "CeCelia's Law," amends Massachusetts law governing right of way violations. It directly affects drivers found guilty of causing injuries or deaths through such violations. The bill increases fines and license suspension periods based on injury severity: $200 fine + 30-day suspension for minor injury, $500 + 90 days for serious injury (defined as unconsciousness, extreme pain, disfigurement, or risk of death), and $1,000 + 180 days for causing death. These penalties apply in addition to any other existing penalties.
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