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MS SB3028

Bill

Status

Failed

2/2/2010

Primary Sponsor

Kelvin Butler

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires motor vehicle owners to provide proof of liability insurance before receiving or renewing license tags, with exemptions for vehicles already exempt under Section 63-15-4(1).

  • Allows proof of insurance to be submitted in person or by mail to the tax collector using an insurance card or copy issued by the insurer.

  • Establishes perjury charges for presenting false insurance evidence, with penalties of $500 fine and up to one year imprisonment, or both.

  • Permits waiver of penalties if the offender purchases and provides proof of at least six months of minimum required liability insurance coverage by the court date.

  • Takes effect January 1, 2011.

Legislative Description

Auto liability insurance coverage; require before receiving tag.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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