An act relating to secondary enforcement of certain motor vehicle violations

S.144 (An act relating to secondary enforcement of certain motor vehicle violations) prohibits police from stopping drivers solely for minor traffic violations like expired registration stickers, unobstructed license plates, or minor equipment issues (such as a single broken taillight). It requires officers to have already detained a driver for a different, more serious violation before enforcing these specific minor offenses. The bill also bans officers from asking for consent to search a vehicle or questioning drivers about unrelated matters after a traffic stop, except when detecting evidence of another crime. This takes effect July 1, 2025, and applies to all Vermont law enforcement.