After how many convictions of operating under the influence can a JOL holder face felony charges?

A Junior Operator License (JOL) holder in Massachusetts can face felony charges after three convictions of operating under the influence (OUI). This law is in place to address the serious risks and consequences associated with multiple offenses related to impaired driving. The legal framework aims to deter repeat offenders through increasingly severe penalties, recognizing that individuals who repeatedly engage in this illegal behavior pose a significant danger to public safety.

With one or two convictions, a JOL holder may face administrative penalties such as license suspension or mandatory alcohol education programs, but it is the third conviction that escalates the situation to a felony charge. This escalation is critical in the state's approach to reducing impaired driving incidents, emphasizing the importance of accountability for those who continue to break the law.