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Bill > A2824
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission to immediately suspend the driver's license of a person who has committed certain traffic violations which result in the death or serious bodily injury of another person. Under current law, the chief administrator is authorized to immediately issue a preliminary suspension of a driver's license for good cause and without hearing if the person allegedly committed any of the following violations: (1) speeding in excess of 20 miles per hour over the speed limit; (2) drunk driving; (3) reckless driving; and (4) leaving the scene of an accident. This bill would change this law to make it mandatory for the chief administrator to immediately suspend a person's license under these circumstances. The bill also expands the violations triggering an immediate driver's license suspension to include driving in violation of a condition of an examination permit, a special learner's permit, or a provisional driver's license, including driving with more than the allowed number of passengers or driving during prohibited hours.
AI Summary
This bill mandates the Chief Administrator of the Motor Vehicle Commission to immediately suspend a driver's license if the driver commits certain traffic violations that result in the death or serious bodily injury of another person, making these suspensions mandatory rather than discretionary. Previously, the Chief Administrator had the option to issue a preliminary suspension for violations like speeding over 20 mph above the limit, drunk driving, reckless driving, or leaving the scene of an accident, especially if these actions caused death. The bill also expands the list of violations that trigger an immediate license suspension to include driving with a learner's permit or provisional license in violation of its conditions, such as carrying too many passengers or driving during restricted hours.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A2824 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A3000/2824_I1.HTM |
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