This bill amends current law regarding the collection of motor vehicle surcharges, specifically addressing the situation of individuals who are incarcerated. It mandates 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 individuals affected by this provision will still have the full 36 months to pay their surcharges once the suspension period ends, ensuring they are not penalized for their inability to pay while incarcerated. Overall, the bill seeks to provide a fairer approach to surcharge collection for incarcerated individuals.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17:29A-35