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CT HB07161

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Transportation Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the DMV Commissioner from suspending a driver's license solely for failure to pay fines on non-moving motor vehicle violations, unless the person has three convictions within three years or fails three times to make payments on an installment plan

  • Prohibits license suspension solely for failure to appear in court for non-moving motor vehicle infractions or violations

  • Establishes 12-month installment payment plans through the Centralized Infractions Bureau for motor vehicle fines totaling $150 or more, with an administrative fee of up to $15

  • Imposes a $15 late fee for first and second missed installment payments with a 30-day grace period; third missed payment terminates the plan and triggers a report to the DMV Commissioner

  • Requires the DMV Commissioner and Centralized Infractions Bureau to conduct a public awareness campaign about responding to violations, installment plan availability, and consequences of non-payment, effective January 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning The Suspension Of Motor Vehicle Operators' Licenses For Failure To Pay Fines Or Failure To Appear For A Scheduled Court Appearance And Payment Installment Plans For Motor Vehicle Infractions And Violations.

Last Action

Tabled for the Calendar, House

5/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Finance, Revenue and Bonding4/29/2025
Transportation3/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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