Bill > A3035

This bill amends New Jersey law to establish specific regulations for parking in electric vehicle charging spaces. The bill defines an "electric vehicle charging space" as a publicly accessible charging location with visible signage indicating its intended use for charging plug-in electric vehicles. Under the new provisions, non-electric vehicles and plug-in electric vehicles that are not actively charging are prohibited from parking in these designated spaces. The bill introduces a graduated fine structure for violations: $55 for the first offense, $100 for the second offense, and $200 for third and subsequent offenses. Municipalities are given discretion to tow vehicles found in violation, with the vehicle's registered owner or lessee being responsible for all associated towing and storage costs. The signage for these charging spaces must be clearly visible during both day and night, and must include pavement markings that indicate the space is reserved only for plug-in electric vehicles that are actively charging. By creating these specific parking regulations, the bill aims to ensure that electric vehicle charging spaces remain available and accessible for their intended purpose of charging electric vehicles.

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https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A3035