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MS HB535

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

1/31/2017

Primary Sponsor

Randal Rushing

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the fine for violations of mandatory seat belt use from $25.00 to not more than $250.00 upon conviction
  • Applies the increased fine to operators of vehicles and front-seat passengers, with the operator bearing responsibility for fines related to passengers and children under 7 years old
  • Caps the maximum aggregate fine imposed on a vehicle operator at $250.00 for violations by the operator or multiple passengers combined
  • Maintains that seat belt violations shall not be entered on driving records and no state assessments shall be imposed or collected
  • Takes effect July 1, 2017

Legislative Description

Seat belt law; revise penalty for violation of.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2017

Committee Referrals

Transportation1/13/2017

Full Bill Text

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