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MI SB1034

Bill

Status

Passed

7/18/2012

Primary Sponsor

Dave Hildenbrand

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Origin

Senate

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Individuals accumulating 7 or more points on their driving record within 2 years are assessed a $100 driver responsibility fee, with an additional $50 fee for each point above 7.

  • Specific violations carry higher fees: $1,000 per year for 2 years for serious offenses like manslaughter or DUI, and $500 per year for 2 years for violations including reckless driving and driving without insurance.

  • Violations of sections 301 and 328 assessed $150 and $200 fees respectively through September 30, 2012, but no fees apply to violations committed on or after October 1, 2012.

  • Secretary of state may authorize installment payment plans up to 24 months, and as of April 1, 2013, may reinstate suspended licenses up to 3 times if the driver requests an installment plan and makes proper payments.

  • Fees collected are transmitted to the state treasurer, with the first $8.5 million annually credited to the fire protection fund and any excess credited to the general fund.

Legislative Description

Vehicles; registration; multiple reinstatements of license suspended for nonpayment of driver responsibility fee; allow under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 732a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.732a).

State agencies (existing), state

Last Action

Assigned Pa 0203'12 With Immediate Effect

7/18/2012

Committee Referrals

Transportation3/21/2012

Full Bill Text

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