The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code concerning penalties for operating a motor vehicle while driving privileges are suspended or revoked, the definition of moving violations, and the associated statutory fees. Notably, it establishes that individuals who operate a vehicle with a suspended or revoked license will face a class B misdemeanor for the first three offenses within a five-year period, escalating to a class A misdemeanor for subsequent offenses. The bill also introduces provisions allowing courts to dismiss charges if the defendant's license is reinstated within sixty days, and it permits courts to amend charges to a violation of section 39-06-01. Additionally, the bill mandates the destruction of vehicle number plates for offenders and allows cities to authorize municipal judges to order such destruction.

Furthermore, the bill revises the statutory fees associated with various traffic violations, including a new fee of one hundred fifty dollars for operating a motor vehicle without a license. It clarifies the definition of moving violations and updates the list of offenses that fall under this category. The amendments aim to enhance the enforcement of driving regulations and ensure that penalties are appropriately aligned with the severity of the offenses.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 39-06-01, 39-06-42
Adopted by the House Transportation Committee: 39-06-42, 39-06.1-06, 39-06.1-09, 39-06.1-10
FIRST ENGROSSMENT: 39-06-42, 39-06.1-06, 39-06.1-09, 39-06.1-10
Enrollment: 39-06-42, 39-06.1-06, 39-06.1-09, 39-06.1-10