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NJ A1986

NJ A1986
Prohibits issuance of warrant for failure to pay fines and fees associated with non-moving motor vehicle violation.


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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill prohibits the issuance of a warrant for failure to pay fines and fees associated with a non-moving motor vehicle violation. Specifically, under the provisions of this bill, a municipal court is prohibited from issuing a warrant for the arrest of a defendant for failure to pay fines and fees arising from a non-moving motor vehicle violation. Under the bill, a "non-moving motor vehicle violation" is defined as any violation of the motor vehicle laws of this State for which motor vehicle points are not assessed by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission pursuant to section 1 of P.L.1982, c.43 (C.39:5-30.5).

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the issuance of a warrant for the arrest of a defendant for failure to pay fines and fees arising from a "non-moving motor vehicle violation," which is defined as any violation of the motor vehicle laws of New Jersey for which motor vehicle points are not assessed by the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. Additionally, any warrant issued prior to the effective date of this bill for such non-moving violations shall be void. The bill aims to prevent the arrest of individuals solely for failure to pay fines and fees associated with minor, non-moving vehicle infractions.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/09/2024)

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