Bill > HB2215

This bill amends Oklahoma's motor vehicle law by removing provisions that previously allowed law enforcement to seize license plates from drivers who fail to maintain required insurance. Under the previous law, officers could seize license plates and require payment of an administrative fee if a driver was found to be without proper insurance. The new bill eliminates these license plate seizure procedures, while maintaining other penalties for driving without insurance, such as potential fines up to $250, possible imprisonment for up to 30 days, and suspension of driving privileges. The bill still allows law enforcement to verify insurance through an online system, and if valid insurance is confirmed, no citation will be issued. Importantly, the bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval, which suggests the legislators view the changes as urgent and in the public interest. The Compulsory Insurance Law remains in effect, but the method of enforcement has been simplified by removing the license plate seizure mechanism.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2215&Session=2600