HB 158 Summary

• Waives the filing fee for petitions for limited driving privileges for individuals who qualify as indigent litigants under section 2323.311 of the Revised Code and receive court approval.

• Authorizes courts to grant limited driving privileges on a first offense for failure to maintain proof of financial responsibility, provided the person presents proof of financial responsibility and is enrolled in a reinstatement fee payment plan.

• Applies to persons whose driver's licenses are suspended due to failure to maintain proof of financial responsibility, addressing the civil penalties and procedures for reinstatement under section 4509.101 of the Revised Code.

• Maintains existing requirements for reinstatement including financial responsibility reinstatement fees ($100 for first violation, $300 for second, $600 for third or subsequent violations) and continuous proof of financial responsibility.