HB 4443
Allow municipality to order suspension of driver’s license when defendant fails to pay traffic fine
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Bill overview
This bill allows municipal courts in West Virginia to suspend a driver’s license if a defendant fails to pay traffic fines, court costs, or enter into a payment plan within a specified timeframe. The court clerk can establish a payment plan, and if a person doesn’t comply, the court can assess late fees, record a judgment lien, or request the Division of Motor Vehicles to suspend the license. The bill also outlines procedures for judgment liens and reinstatement of suspended licenses.
Key provisions
- Municipal court clerks can establish payment plans for individuals owing court costs, fines, and penalties.
- A $25 administrative fee may be charged for payment plans.
- The court can assess a $10 late fee if a payment is not made within 30 days.
- Failure to pay or enter a payment plan within 90 days can result in a judgment lien.
- The Division of Motor Vehicles can be notified to suspend a driver’s license.
- A $25 reinstatement fee is required to reinstate a suspended license after payment in full or establishment of a payment plan.
- The bill establishes procedures for recording judgment liens and notifying prosecuting attorneys.
- The bill outlines a process for suspending licenses for failure to appear in court.
Who is affected
- Individuals with outstanding traffic fines and court costs
- Municipal courts
- The Division of Motor Vehicles
- Debt collection agencies
- Drivers in West Virginia
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