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RI S2440

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/6/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elaine Morgan

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes a 7-year statute of limitations on collecting fines and costs from motor vehicle violations under Title 31
  • Prohibits the state, municipalities, and courts from pursuing collection after the 7-year period expires
  • The limitation period begins when the violation fine and/or cost becomes final and unappealable
  • Overrides any conflicting general laws, rules, or regulations
  • Takes effect immediately upon passage

Legislative Description

Prohibits the state, municipalities, or courts from attempting to collect any motor vehicle violation fines or costs, after more than seven (7) years of the fine becoming final.

Motor And Other Vehicles

Last Action

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

2/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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