This bill amends Section 18 of P.L.1999, c.356 (C.39:5G-1) to introduce stricter penalties for violations related to limousine operations in New Jersey. Key changes include increasing fines for various offenses, such as operating a limousine without a municipal license or allowing unlicensed drivers to operate a limousine. For a third or subsequent offense, violators will face a fine of $7,500, a six-month suspension of their driver's license, and the immediate impoundment of the vehicle. Additionally, similar penalties are established for operating a limousine without special registration plates or failing to have the vehicle properly inspected.

The bill also outlines penalties for lesser violations, such as failing to maintain appropriate insurance or not having required safety equipment, with fines ranging from $50 to $500 depending on the number of offenses. Enforcement of these penalties will be conducted through summary proceedings, and the State Police are granted the authority to inspect limousine service operators' properties if there is probable cause of violations. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39:5G-1
Advance Law: 39:5G-1