MS HB115

Allows trial judges to suspend a minor driver's license for up to 90 days instead of imposing conviction penalties for traffic violations (excluding DUI, drug offenses, and certain serious violations).

Permits judges to require completion of a court-approved traffic safety violator course as a condition of the license suspension.

Establishes minimum standards for approved traffic safety courses: at least 4 hours of in-person classroom instruction, qualified instructors, an instructor's manual with curriculum, and student workbooks.

License suspension does not constitute a conviction; however, if a minor appeals the suspension, the judge must return the license and impose standard fines and penalties that will constitute a conviction.

Effective date: July 1, 2013.