House Bill No. by Representative Terry Landry amends R.S. 32:414(F)(2) to provide for the automatic reinstatement of a driver's license that has been suspended, canceled, or revoked due to unpaid traffic fees. The bill stipulates that a driver's license will be automatically reinstated upon the full payment of all fees assessed by the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, office of motor vehicles, along with proof of payment of any related fines. This change aims to streamline the process for individuals seeking to regain their driving privileges after resolving their financial obligations.

The proposed law retains the existing authority of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections to suspend, cancel, or revoke licenses for satisfactory cause for a period of not more than one year. However, it introduces a significant exception that allows for immediate reinstatement of a driver's license upon fulfilling the payment requirements, thereby reducing the potential duration of license suspension for individuals who comply with their financial responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
HB722 Original: 32:414(F)(2)