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NJ S4800

NJ S4800
Revises penalties for certain violations of limousine laws.


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Introduced
11/06/2025
In Committee
01/02/2026
Crossed Over
12/22/2025
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill amends current law to add additional penalties for certain limousine law violations. Specifically the bill increases the penalties to a fine of $7,500, the suspension of the violator's driver's license for six months, and the impoundment of the violator's vehicle for the third and any subsequent offense of: (1) operating a limousine without a license issued by a municipality; (2) knowingly permitting a driver to operate a limousine without a validly issued driver's license or a validly issued commercial driver license; (3) failing to have filed an insurance policy in the amount of $1.5 million on in certain other amounts as required by current law; or (4) operating a limousine in which the number of passengers exceeds the maximum seating capacity. The bill also establishes a fine of $7,500 and the impoundment of the violator's vehicle for the third and any subsequent offense of: (1) operating a limousine without special registration plates; or (2) operating a limousine that was not properly inspected.

AI Summary

This bill revises penalties for various limousine law violations in New Jersey, significantly increasing fines and introducing more severe consequences for repeat offenders. Specifically, for third and subsequent offenses related to operating a limousine without a municipal license, permitting an unlicensed driver, lacking proper insurance, or exceeding passenger capacity, the bill imposes a $7,500 fine, a six-month driver's license suspension, and vehicle impoundment. Similarly, for third and subsequent offenses involving operating a limousine without special registration plates or without proper inspection, the bill establishes a $7,500 fine and vehicle impoundment. The bill also maintains existing penalties for other less serious violations, such as minor documentation or equipment issues, with fines ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the offense and number of prior violations. Additionally, the bill empowers State Police officers to inspect limousine service properties upon probable cause of regulatory violations, ensuring broader enforcement of limousine safety and operational standards.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Received in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (on 01/02/2026)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4800
Analysis - Statement SBA 12/8/25 https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4800_S2.PDF
Fiscal Note - Fiscal Estimate 12/9/25; as introduced https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4800_E1.PDF
Analysis - Statement STR 11/10/25 https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4800_S1.PDF
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4800_I1.HTM
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