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AL SB279

Bill

Status

Passed

2/9/2012

Primary Sponsor

Paul Bussman

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 32-1-2 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which previously limited motor vehicle owner and operator liability for guest injuries or deaths.

  • Eliminates the existing exemption that protected vehicle owners and operators from liability unless they received payment for transportation or engaged in willful or wanton misconduct.

  • Applies prospectively only and does not affect any injuries or acts occurring before the law's effective date.

  • Takes effect on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles, guest statute, repealed, relating to motor vehicles and limiting liability for the injury or death of a guest under certain conditions, Sec. 32-1-2 repealed

Motor Vehicles

Last Action

Assigned Act No. 2012-565.

2/9/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/9/2012

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