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GA HB1387
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/15/2022
Primary Sponsor
J Collins
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AI Summary
- Amends Georgia Title 40 to establish penalties for failure to pay civil monetary penalties for illegally overtaking a school bus or speeding in a school zone when captured by recorded images (school bus cameras or speed cameras)
- Through June 30, 2023, the Department of Revenue shall refuse to renew vehicle registration for unpaid violations; removes the prior penalty of prohibiting title transfers within the state
- On and after July 1, 2023, the Department of Revenue must notify vehicle owners within 10 business days of a referral that a civil monetary penalty is owed, and owners have 30 days from the notice date to pay all penalties and late fees
- If penalties and late fees remain unpaid after the 30-day period beginning July 1, 2023, the vehicle's registration shall be suspended immediately by operation of law through the Department of Revenue
- Registration suspension terminates upon proof of payment of all civil monetary penalties and fees (submitted electronically within 24 hours) and payment of a $60.00 restoration fee, of which county tax commissioners may retain $10.00 as a collection fee
Legislative Description
Motor vehicles and traffic; suspension for failure to pay a civil penalty for a violation of overtaking a school bus or speeding in a school zone; provide
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/16/2022
Committee Referrals
Government Oversight3/16/2022
Motor Vehicles2/22/2022
Full Bill Text
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