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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill directs the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, in consultation with the Administrative Office of the Courts and municipal courts, to establish and maintain a centralized license plate search system. Under the bill, the search system is required to allow an owner or operator of a motor vehicle registered in New Jersey to: (1) enter the license plate number of the motor vehicle and view any outstanding motor vehicle or parking violations associated with the motor vehicle; and (2) electronically pay fines for these violations. The search system is required to meet cybersecurity standards and ensure that all data is encrypted.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Chief Administrator of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), working with the Administrative Office of the Courts and municipal courts, to create and manage a central system where people can look up license plates. This system will let New Jersey vehicle owners or drivers enter a license plate number to see if there are any unpaid motor vehicle or parking tickets linked to that plate, and they will also be able to pay those fines online. To protect sensitive information, the system must follow strict cybersecurity rules and encrypt all data. The bill also specifies that the MVC can create any necessary regulations to put this system into effect and that it will become active seven months after being signed into law, though the MVC can take preparatory steps sooner.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Transportation and Independent Authorities Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4253 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4253_I1.HTM |
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