This bill amends current New Jersey law regarding the collection of motor vehicle surcharges, specifically addressing the situation of individuals who are incarcerated. It establishes that if a driver is incarcerated for more than 90 days during the three-year period in which a motor vehicle surcharge is levied, the Motor Vehicle Commission must suspend the collection of that surcharge while the individual is incarcerated and for at least 90 days following their release. This provision aims to alleviate the financial burden on those who are unable to pay surcharges due to their incarceration.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the months during which the surcharge collection is suspended will not count toward the standard 36-month time limit for payment of the surcharge. This means that incarcerated individuals will have the same opportunity to pay their surcharges as other drivers, without being penalized for the time they were unable to make payments due to their incarceration. Overall, the bill seeks to provide a fairer approach to surcharge collection for those who are unable to fulfill their financial obligations while serving time.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17:29A-35