Bill > H0791

This bill amends existing Idaho law to allow for the suspension of a driver's license if a person is 30 days or more delinquent in paying the penalty for a moving traffic infraction, meaning a violation of traffic laws while operating a vehicle, excluding pedestrian, bicyclist, or parking violations. Previously, a driver's license could not be suspended solely for failing to pay an infraction penalty, and any licenses suspended before July 1, 2018, for this reason were reinstated without charge. Under this new provision, courts will notify the Department of Transportation (the "department") of unpaid infraction penalties, leading to the suspension of the driver's license, permit, and operating privileges. Reinstatement will require proof of payment of the infraction penalty to the court where the citation was issued, along with any other required fees. The bill also outlines an appeal process to the district court for individuals whose licenses are suspended and allows for the discretionary issuance of temporary restricted permits for employment travel or exceptions for medical emergencies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Ways and Means Committee (House)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2026/legislation/H0791/