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S.F. No. 1556 - Fine for Second and Subsequent Violations of Texting While Driving
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Author:
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Senator Jim Carlson
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Prepared By:
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Krista Boyd, Senate Fiscal Analyst (651/296-7681)
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Date:
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March 23, 2015
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This bill establishes a statutory fine of $50 for second and subsequent violations of the prohibition on operating a motor vehicle while using a wireless communications device. This fine would be in addition to the fine specified in the Judicial Council’s uniform fine schedule for these violations, which is currently set at $50.
The bill is effective August 1, 2015, and applies to violations committed on or after that date.
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