Allows law enforcement officer to immediately impound motor vehicle operated by uninsured driver.
This bill allows New Jersey police officers to immediately impound a vehicle during a traffic stop if they determine the driver is operating it without required liability insurance. Owners can reclaim the vehicle by providing proof of insurance and paying storage costs and a $100 administrative fee within 30 days. If unclaimed after 30 days, the municipality may sell the vehicle at auction after public notice, returning any excess proceeds to the owner. The bill directly affects drivers without insurance coverage and replaces the current 24-hour impoundment window with immediate action upon verification of no insurance.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee
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Sean Kean
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