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This bill modifies provisions related to driver's licenses, specifically focusing on limited driving privileges and traffic violation procedures. The bill expands the circumstances under which individuals can apply for limited driving privileges, now including attending a place of worship, traveling to essential businesses like grocery stores and pharmacies, and other hardship situations. It clarifies the process for applying for limited driving privileges through circuit courts or the director of revenue, requiring proof of financial responsibility and, in some cases, installation of an ignition interlock device. The bill also updates procedures for handling traffic violations, particularly for minor traffic violations, by introducing a new process where drivers can have their driving privileges suspended if they fail to dispose of charges or pay fines within specified timeframes. For more serious violations, courts must notify the driver by mail and give them 30 days to resolve pending charges before suspending driving privileges. The changes to sections 302.309 and 302.341 of Missouri Revised Statutes will become effective on January 1, 2027, providing ample time for implementation and adjustment.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1996&year=2026&code=R