The following table lists the suspension periods for the more common underage alcohol violations.
* Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 138 Section 34C does provide that individuals between the ages of 18-21 may transport alcohol in the course of employment. While distinctions and exemptions exist, the proper forum for vetting them is through the District or Juvenile Court. A Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) Hearings Officer cannot change a determination made by a court. If you dispute the “correctness” of a court's finding, it must be addressed with the court, and, if successful, a corrected abstract must be sent to and entered by the Merit Rating Board before the RMV can take any action.
When convicted of an Underage Alcohol Violation that is listed in the above table, you are not eligible to apply for a hardship license. These suspensions are mandated by law.
Anyone aggrieved by a decision of the Registrar may appeal that decision to the Board of Appeals on Motor Vehicle Liability Policies and Bonds.