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GA SB6

Bill

Status

Passed

6/3/2010

Primary Sponsor

John Douglas

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Georgia Code Section 40-5-30 to change the penalty for violating restrictions on a restricted driver's license
  • Eliminates the previous penalty of a six-month license suspension for violating license restrictions
  • Replaces the suspension with a tiered civil penalty system: up to $100 for a first offense, $300 for a second offense, and $500 for a third and each subsequent offense
  • Retains the prohibition against operating a motor vehicle in any manner that violates the restrictions imposed on a restricted license
  • Sponsored by Senator Jackson of the 24th and multiple co-sponsors; passed the Georgia Senate

Legislative Description

Driver's Licenses; restricted; change the penalty for violation

Last Action

Effective Date

7/1/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Non-Civil2/17/2009
Public Safety1/14/2009

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