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AR HB1689

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/21/2019

Primary Sponsor

Charlene Fite

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Increases minimum fine for passing an authorized vehicle stopped on a highway from $35 to $250

  • Increases maximum fine for the violation from $500 to $1,000

  • Maintains existing penalty of confinement in county jail not to exceed 90 days

  • Allows courts to impose either fine or imprisonment, or both, for violations

  • Applies to persons found guilty of or pleading guilty/nolo contendere to the offense

Legislative Description

To Amend The Law Concerning The Penalties For Passing An Authorized Vehicle Stopped On A Highway.

Last Action

Notification that HB1689 is now Act 550

3/21/2019

Committee Referrals

Transportation, Technology & Legislative Affairs3/11/2019
Public Transportation3/5/2019

Full Bill Text

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