HB 470 Summary

• Amends Section 32-6-233.1 of the Alabama Code to make the display of fine amounts optional rather than mandatory on disability parking signs.

• Changes the requirement that signs designating special access or disability parking spaces "shall" display the fine amount to "may" contain the fine amount.

• Maintains existing penalties for illegal disability parking: minimum $50 for first offense, $200 for second offense, and $500 for third or subsequent offenses.

• Requires 40 hours of community service for second and subsequent offenses, with service directed toward organizations serving persons with disabilities or sensitizing offenders to disability-related challenges.

• Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.