The proposed bill would amend current statutes concerning motor vehicle booting on private property by introducing new regulations that prohibit cities and towns from enacting laws that ban booting vehicles without the owner's consent. It would allow municipalities to set regulations on booting fees and signage requirements, ensuring property owners provide clear notice of parking restrictions and associated costs. The bill also establishes specific operational requirements for booting services, including mandatory vehicle release within 30 minutes of a request, 24/7 availability for vehicle release, and a defined dispute process for vehicle owners.

Furthermore, the bill outlines detailed guidelines for booting fees, including a specified fee range, automatic adjustments based on the consumer price index, and conditions for fee reductions based on the timing of vehicle release requests. It prohibits booting vehicles with tax-exempt plates or those parked for less than fifteen minutes after the paid period, classifying violations of these provisions as a class 2 misdemeanor. Overall, the bill aims to standardize and regulate the booting process while ensuring property owners can effectively manage parking on their premises.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-500.54
Senate Engrossed Version: 9-500.54