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Massachusetts Penalties practice

Practice 58 Massachusetts DMV questions on penalties. Answer interactively below with an instant explanation after every question.

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Example questions & answers

1

In Massachusetts, within how many days must you respond to a traffic citation?

  • A.10 days.
  • B.20 days.✓
  • C.30 days.
  • D.60 days.

Why: In Massachusetts, if you receive a traffic citation for a civil motor vehicle infraction, you are required to respond within 20 days. You must either pay the fine or request a hearing to dispute the charge within this timeframe.

2

Identify which of the following is not classified as a traffic violation.

  • A.A speeding ticket
  • B.A parking ticket✓
  • C.Failure to obey traffic signals
  • D.Driving on the wrong side of the road

Why: Parking tickets are not considered moving traffic violations. Instead, they are administrative citations handled by the specific city or town where the vehicle was parked.

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