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MI HB5598
Bill
Status
5/3/2012
Primary Sponsor
Dale Zorn
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AI Summary
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Expands authority for counties to adopt uniform traffic code by reference, in addition to existing authority for cities, townships, and villages.
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Director of Department of State Police promulgates uniform traffic code complying with Administrative Procedures Act; local governments may adopt by reference without publishing full text.
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Uniform traffic code must specify whether violations are misdemeanors or civil infractions; civil sanctions cannot exceed those in Michigan Vehicle Code.
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Provisions on driving under influence must be identical to Michigan Vehicle Code sections 625-625m; parking signs for persons with disabilities must be 12"x18" minimum with international handicapped symbol.
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Commercial vehicle violations limited to one citation per violation per 24-hour period; equipment violation citations dismissed if owner/operator provides proof of repair within 14 days; 70% of civil fines go to issuing jurisdiction, 30% to library purposes.
Legislative Description
Counties; ordinances; uniform traffic code; authorize counties to adopt. Amends title & secs. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 of 1956 PA 62 (MCL 257.951 et seq.).
Counties, ordinances
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 05/04/2012
5/8/2012