In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, there are a significant number of criminal statutes under which a conviction could not only result in criminal penalties but also carry mandatory driver's license suspensions. Such license suspensions can run from 45 days all the way to a lifetime revocation. Below is a list of just some of the criminal offenses for which a conviction will carry a mandatory license suspension.
Offense |
License Suspension |
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45 days to 1 year |
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2 years |
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8 years |
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10 years |
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OUI Fifth Offense |
Lifetime license revocation |
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Larceny of a Motor Vehicle & Use Without Authority |
1-3 years |
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Operating a Motor Vehicle With A Suspended License |
60 days to 1 year |
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Driving to Endanger |
60 days to 1 year |
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Leaving the Scene of an Injury Accident |
1-2 years |
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Leaving the Scene of a Property Accident |
60 days to 1 year |
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Involuntary Manslaughter |
15 years to life |
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Vehicular Manslaughter |
15 years to life |
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Child Endangerment |
1 year |
If you are a facing any of these criminal charges, it is critical that you speak with an attorney who understands not just the criminal consequences associated with the charges but also all the collateral driving consequences prior to resolving any criminal matter.