Bill > SB1299

This bill modifies several provisions related to traffic offenses, focusing on lane usage, vehicle movement, and municipal court revenue. The bill introduces new requirements for drivers on multi-lane highways, mandating that vehicles should be driven in the right-hand lane except when passing, preparing to turn left, or following traffic signals, with a new fine of at least $300 for violations. It also requires drivers on two-lane roads outside urban areas to pull over if five or more vehicles are following them, with a $100 fine for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill adjusts how municipal court revenues from traffic violations are calculated and distributed, reducing the percentage of revenue that can come from fines from 30% to 20% (or 12.5% in certain counties), and requiring detailed financial reporting to the state auditor. The bill specifies that these new lane usage and pulling over requirements are exempt from the municipal court revenue calculations, effectively removing them from the revenue percentage calculations. Violations of the lane usage and pulling over provisions are classified as infractions, with specific monetary penalties.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=500