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IL SB3409

Bill

Status

Passed

7/6/2012

Primary Sponsor

Ira Silverstein

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Origin

Senate

97th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 11-402 of the Illinois Vehicle Code regarding motor vehicle accidents involving only vehicle damage

  • Allows drivers to move damaged vehicles off the highway to a safe location (exit ramp shoulder, frontage road, suitable cross street) instead of stopping at the accident scene, provided they remain at that location until fulfilling reporting requirements

  • Requires drivers to make reasonable efforts to move vehicles obstructing traffic lanes to prevent blocking traffic

  • Maintains Class A misdemeanor penalty for failing to comply with accident reporting requirements

  • Requires court findings on damage exceeding $1,000 to be reported to Secretary of State, triggering driver's license suspension

Legislative Description

VEH CD-HWY:NO-INJURY ACCIDENTS

Last Action

Public Act . . . . . . . . . 97-0763

7/6/2012

Committee Referrals

Transportation: Vehicles & Safety4/10/2012
Rules3/26/2012
Transportation2/17/2012
Assignments2/7/2012

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