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RI H7209

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/21/2026

Primary Sponsor

Ramon Perez

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Moving violations that can be paid without a court appearance will not be recorded on a motorist's DMV driving record if the fine is paid in full within 30 days of issuance
  • Motorists may only use this record-exclusion procedure twice per calendar year
  • Adds new section 31-27-26 ("Prompt violation payment") to Rhode Island General Laws Chapter 31-27 on Motor Vehicle Offenses
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Prohibits the division of motor vehicles from placing on a motorist's driving record, a traffic violation which fine has been paid no longer than thirty (30) days after its issuance. This procedure would only be utilized twice per year.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/21/2026

Full Bill Text

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