Relative to dangerous high speed pursuits

The bill adds a new section to Massachusetts law that establishes penalties for individuals who refuse to stop their vehicle when signaled by a police officer and then drive recklessly to evade the officer. If convicted, offenders can be imprisoned for up to five years, fined up to $2,500, or both. An additional $250 assessment is imposed on individuals found guilty, which will fund head injury treatment services.

MA H3670 is a house bill in the Massachusetts 194th General Court, sponsored by Homar Gomez (D), currently “Introduced” since February 27, 2025.

We track 6,558 Massachusetts bills this session, 13 of them sponsored by Homar Gomez.

Supporters of the bill may argue that it enhances public safety by imposing stricter penalties on those who engage in dangerous high-speed pursuits, thereby deterring such behavior. The additional assessment earmarked for the Head Injury Treatment Services Trust Fund indicates a commitment to addressing the consequences of reckless driving.

Critics might contend that the bill imposes harsh penalties that could disproportionately affect certain communities. They may argue that the financial assessments and potential for extended imprisonment fail to address underlying issues leading to high-speed pursuits, such as socio-economic factors or policing practices.