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ID S1143
Bill
Status
3/6/2017
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary and Rules Committee
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AI Summary
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First violation of driving without required motor vehicle insurance is punishable as an infraction with a fine of $75.00.
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Second conviction within a five-year period is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding $1,000, imprisonment in county jail not exceeding six months, or both.
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Any subsequent conviction (third or later) within a five-year period is elevated to a felony.
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Violations of related sections 49-1232 and 49-1428 are included in the same penalty structure.
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The department must notify persons convicted of insurance violations of the penalties that may be imposed for second and subsequent convictions.
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to provide a felony penalty for a third or subsequent violation of driving without insurance within a period of 5 years.
MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE
Last Action
Introduced; read first time; referred to JR for Printing
3/6/2017