Bill > HF1061

This bill modifies the commissioner of public safety's authority to suspend driver's licenses, provides for retroactive reinstatement of certain suspended licenses, makes technical changes, and requires reports. Specifically, the bill prohibits the commissioner from suspending a person's license solely for failing to appear in court for a petty misdemeanor or for a violation of driving after suspension or revocation. It also prohibits suspensions solely for failure to pay a fine. The bill requires the commissioner and the state court administrator to annually report on driver's license issuance, suspensions, revocations, charges, convictions, and fine payment. Finally, the bill provides for retroactive reinstatement of licenses suspended solely for failure to appear or pay a fine, with a $20 reinstatement fee.