The bill amends Section 31-23.3-5 of the General Laws concerning penalties for violations related to nontransparent windshields and windows. It establishes a tiered penalty system for individuals, firms, corporations, or other business entities that install sunscreening materials not compliant with the law. Specifically, the bill sets fines of $250 for a first violation, $375 for a second violation, and $500 for a third or subsequent violation. The penalties apply to both those who install the materials and those who own or operate vehicles with such noncompliant materials. Additionally, the bill removes the phrase "each offense," focusing on the escalating fines for repeated violations. This act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.
Statutes affected: 5644: 31-23.3-5