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CT HB05253
Bill
Status
1/12/2023
Primary Sponsor
Amy Morrin Bello
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AI Summary
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Amends section 14-295 of the general statutes to permit injured parties to recover double or treble damages in civil actions for personal injury or property damage.
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Applies to persons who evade responsibility in operating a motor vehicle under section 14-224 of the general statutes.
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Applies to persons who operate a motor vehicle upon a public highway for a race under section 14-224 of the general statutes.
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Applies to persons who evade responsibility in operating any vehicle under section 14-225 of the general statutes.
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Addresses situations where evasion of responsibility inhibits the injured party's ability to identify the responsible person and obtain insurance coverage.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Award Of Double Or Treble Damages To An Injured Party In A Civil Action Resulting From The Evasion Of Responsibility In The Operation Of Any Vehicle Or Street Racing.
Last Action
Change of Reference, Senate to Committee on Judiciary
2/1/2023