HB213 Bill Summary

• Authorizes municipalities to adopt ordinances for parking enforcement and collection through civil violations rather than criminal penalties.

• Establishes civil fines up to $100 for parking violations (up to $250 for handicap violations) plus up to $25 late fees, with municipal court jurisdiction and appeals to circuit court for trial de novo without a jury.

• Requires municipalities to send certified notice of violations within 30 days and allows vehicle owners to contest liability at administrative hearings with municipality bearing burden of proof by preponderance of evidence.

• Authorizes vehicle immobilization (boot) and impoundment procedures after three unpaid tickets, with warning notices and appeal rights for owners before enforcement.

• Permits vehicle owners who pay civil fines to pursue civil action against actual vehicle operators for reimbursement plus damages and attorney fees within two years.