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MI HB5716

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/31/2012

Primary Sponsor

Kate Segal

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Changes terminology from "driver" to "operator" throughout Section 619 of the Michigan Vehicle Code.

  • Requires vehicle operators involved in accidents to provide their name, address, vehicle registration number, and owner information to police, the struck individual, or the other vehicle's operator or occupants.

  • Requires operators to display their operator's or chauffeur's license and render reasonable assistance in securing medical aid to injured accident victims.

  • Adds new requirement that operators involved in accidents with individuals under 18 years of age must immediately report that fact to the minor's parent or guardian, a police officer, or both.

Legislative Description

Traffic control; accidents; requirement to report an accident; modify for accidents involving individuals less than 18 years of age. Amends sec. 619 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.619).

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Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 06/01/2012

6/1/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/31/2012

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