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MI HB5921
Bill
Status
11/6/2014
Primary Sponsor
Michael Shirkey
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AI Summary
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Amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to prohibit law enforcement agencies from using unmanned traffic monitoring devices (photo-radar) to detect or enforce moving violations involving traffic signs, signals, markings, speed limitations, or proof of financial responsibility requirements.
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Defines "unmanned traffic monitoring device" as a system using photo-radar that detects and photographs or records images of vehicles, operators, or license plates committing violations.
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Modifies section 320a to clarify that individuals holding operator's or chauffeur's licenses in Michigan who commit violations in other states based on unmanned traffic monitoring device enforcement shall not have points assessed against their license.
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Updates language in section 320a to refer to "operator's or chauffeur's license" instead of "driver's license" for consistency with current terminology.
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Allows the secretary of state to assess points for violations of speed restrictions established by executive order during a state of energy emergency, consistent with existing point assessment procedures.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; violations; use of unmanned traffic monitoring device for ticketing traffic infractions; prohibit. Amends sec. 320a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.320a) & adds sec. 751.
Traffic control, traffic regulation
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 11/07/2014
11/12/2014