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This bill increases criminal penalties for driving without a valid driver's license in Minnesota, establishing a tiered fine and penalty system based on the number of prior violations. For first-time offenders, the bill mandates a minimum fine of $300 for driving without a valid license. If the violation occurs within ten years of a previous violation, the fine increases to $550. For individuals who commit a violation within ten years of two or more prior violations, the offense becomes a gross misdemeanor with a mandatory minimum fine of $850. The bill applies to various scenarios of driving without a valid license, including driving after revocation, cancellation, or disqualification of a driver's license. These provisions specifically exclude situations where a driver's license has been expired for less than three months. The new penalties aim to deter repeated driving infractions and encourage compliance with driver's license regulations. The bill is set to take effect on August 1, 2025, and will apply to violations occurring on or after that date.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1284&ssn=0&y=2025