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NJ S1897
Extends to 90 days statute of limitations for unlawful use of cell phone while driving; increases penalties for texting while driving.
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Introduced
03/10/2016
03/10/2016
In Committee
03/10/2016
03/10/2016
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2018
01/08/2018
Introduced Session
2016-2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill extends from 30 to 90 days the statute of limitations for the traffic offense of unlawfully using a cell phone while driving. The bill also increases the penalty for sending text messages while driving. A person who sends or receives text messages while driving is to be fined $600 and assessed two motor vehicle penalty points for a first offense; $800 and three penalty points for a second offense; and $1,000 and four penalty points for a third offense. In addition, a person who causes an accident resulting in death or serious bodily injury as a result of sending a text message is subject to a two-year license suspension which would commence upon completion of the person's prison sentence.
AI Summary
This bill extends the statute of limitations for the traffic offense of unlawfully using a cell phone while driving from 30 to 90 days. It also increases the penalties for texting while driving, with fines ranging from $600 to $1,000 and the assessment of 2-4 motor vehicle penalty points. Additionally, a person who causes an accident resulting in death or serious bodily injury due to texting while driving will face a two-year license suspension upon completion of their prison sentence.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 03/10/2016)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S2000/1897_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2016/Bills/S2000/1897_I1.PDF |
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