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MS HB1223
Bill
Status
2/5/2019
Primary Sponsor
Kabir Karriem
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AI Summary
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Allows persons whose driver's licenses have been suspended for non-compliance with child support orders to petition chancery court for a hardship license if suspension would hinder employment.
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Requires proof of hardship be established by clear and convincing evidence supported by independent documentation and a recommendation letter from the Mississippi Department of Human Services.
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Sets hardship license fee at $25.00 and requires the license to look substantially different from a regular driver's license; prohibits use for commercial motor vehicles.
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Establishes hardship license term at four years and restricts use to driving to work and religious services only.
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Effective July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Driver's license; authorize issuance of hardship license to persons who have their licenses suspended as a result of being out of compliance with order for support.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019