SB-1241 Summary

• Amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to change language from "pursuant to" to "under" in sections 907(2) and 907(11) regarding civil infraction determinations.

• Renumbers and reorganizes subsections (12) through (17) of section 907, removing the October 1, 2003 expiration date for the $5.00 assessment and consolidating justice system assessment provisions into a single $40.00 assessment requirement.

• Eliminates the requirement to waive civil fines and assessments for violations of section 710d (child seating systems) if the person acquires or purchases a compliant child seating system before the appearance date.

• Clarifies that civil infractions designated under the vehicle code are not considered lesser included offenses of criminal offenses.

• Maintains specific civil fine schedules for various vehicle code violations, including moving violations resulting in at-fault collisions, commercial motor vehicle violations, and registration/insurance documentation violations.