This bill amends the Code of West Virginia regarding the suspension of driver's licenses for individuals who fail to respond or appear in court when charged with a motor vehicle violation. It introduces a requirement for the Division to provide written notice to the resident at least 30 days prior to any suspension. This notice must clearly specify the fines owed to the magistrate or municipal court, as well as any administrative fees owed to the Division. Additionally, it mandates that the court receiving the payment must forward any collected administrative fees to the Division.

The bill also clarifies the definition of "motor vehicle violation" for the purposes of this section, specifying that it includes violations under certain chapters of the code and municipal ordinances, while explicitly excluding parking violations or citations issued to unattended vehicles. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure that individuals are adequately informed of their obligations before facing license suspension, thereby promoting fairness in the enforcement of motor vehicle laws.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17B-3-3a