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NJ S438
Extends to 90 days statute of limitations for unlawful use of cell phone while driving; increases penalties for texting while driving.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill extends from 30 to 90 days the statute of limitations for the traffic offense of unlawfully using a cell phone while driving. The bill also increases the penalty for sending text messages while driving. A person who sends or receives text messages while driving is to be fined $600 and assessed two motor vehicle penalty points for a first offense; $800 and three penalty points for a second offense; and $1,000 and four penalty points for a third offense. In addition, a person who causes an accident resulting in death or serious bodily injury as a result of sending a text message is subject to a two-year license suspension which would commence upon completion of the person's prison sentence.
AI Summary
This bill extends the statute of limitations for the traffic offense of unlawfully using a cell phone while driving from 30 days to 90 days. It also increases the penalties for texting while driving, with fines ranging from $600 to $1,000 and additional motor vehicle penalty points assessed based on the number of offenses. Additionally, the bill imposes a two-year license suspension for a person who causes an accident resulting in death or serious bodily injury as a result of sending a text message while driving.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S438 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S0500/438_I1.HTM |
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