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IN SB0457

Bill

Status

Passed

4/21/2017

Primary Sponsor

Randall Head

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

SB 457 Summary

  • Extends the compliance response period for providing proof of financial responsibility from 40 days to 90 days for requests issued after June 30, 2017, effective July 1, 2017.

  • Requires individuals under 21 years of age to complete a bureau-approved driver safety program if they have been the operator of a motor vehicle involved in at least two incidents for which points may be assessed, or if they have committed a moving traffic offense and been involved in a reportable accident.

  • Sets specialized driving privileges granted by courts at a minimum of 180 days and maximum of 2.5 years, regardless of the underlying offense.

  • Requires individuals granted specialized driving privileges to maintain proof of future financial responsibility insurance, carry a copy of the court order, and carry a valid state identification card or driver's license.

  • Prohibits individuals holding commercial driver's licenses from operating commercial vehicles during the suspension period for which specialized driving privileges are granted.

Legislative Description

Driver safety program. Requires that an individual less than 21 years of age must complete a driver safety program approved by the bureau of motor vehicles if the individual has at least twice been the operator of a motor vehicle involved in an incident for which points may be assessed by the bureau. Provides that the duration of certain court ordered specialized driving privileges may not exceed 2.5 years in length. Provides that the compliance response period for proof of financial responsibility is 40 days before July 1, 2017 and 90 days after June 30, 2017.

Last Action

Public Law 120

4/21/2017

Committee Referrals

Roads and Transportation2/28/2017
Homeland Security & Transportation1/12/2017

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