Bill > HB439

This bill, effective January 1, 2026, aims to prevent driver's licenses from being suspended for reasons not related to driving offenses. Specifically, it modifies existing law to ensure that license suspensions are only for unpaid fines or penalties associated with moving violations, which are offenses that involve the operation of a vehicle and are defined in specific statutes like RSA 265:79. The bill also removes provisions that allowed for license suspension due to failure to appear in court or pay fines for non-driving related matters, and it repeals certain sections of law that previously permitted such suspensions. Additionally, it clarifies the process for reinstating a suspended license, allowing for it if the individual demonstrates an inability to pay the fine or comply with court orders. The intent is to align license suspension criteria solely with motor vehicle-related offenses, thereby preventing individuals from losing their driving privileges for unrelated legal issues.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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