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GA SB342
Bill
Status
Vetoed
5/8/2018
Primary Sponsor
Marty Harbin
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Code Section 40-2-8 to remove the requirement that a current revalidation decal be affixed to a license plate as a condition for avoiding vehicle storage by law enforcement; vehicles with a valid numbered plate but missing the decal can no longer be impounded solely for that reason
- Expands liability for operating without a revalidation decal to include any owner who knowingly permits a vehicle to be operated without the required decal, not just the person operating the vehicle
- Classifies operating a vehicle with a valid license plate but without a revalidation decal as a misdemeanor, with a fine of no greater than $50.00 if the convicted person shows the court that the proper decal is displayed on the vehicle at the time of the court appearance
- Allows a vehicle owner or operator to avoid penalties during the registration period by presenting evidence that they have properly applied for registration but that the license plate has not yet been delivered
- Permits law enforcement to store a vehicle convicted of a revalidation decal violation only if the person convicted fails to provide the court with evidence that the proper decal is now displayed on the vehicle
Legislative Description
Licensing of Motor Vehicles; owner with valid license plate without the required revalidation decal to retain custody of vehicle under certain conditions; permit
Last Action
Veto V20
5/8/2018
Full Bill Text
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