Driver's License Suspension Archives - Page 6 of 14

Michigan Public Acts 43-50: Elimination of Driver Responsibility Fees; License Reinstatement

In Michigan, legislation that abolishes the state’s “driver responsibility fees” took effect on October 1, 2018. These fees were introduced in 2003 as a way to balance the state budget, and they have imposed a crushing burden on at least 350,000 drivers statewide.

How Chicago Ticket Debt Sends Black Motorists Into Bankruptcy

Filing for bankruptcy to avoid car impoundments and or a boot that immobilizes their vehicle has become a popular “remedy” for Chicago drivers who can’t afford to pay off debt from traffic tickets, parking violations, and vehicle compliance infractions.

The Excessive Fines Clause: Challenging the Modern Debtor’s Prison

This law review article makes the case that the Eight Amendment’s Excessive Fines Clause may be a better, albeit underdeveloped, provision to address the epidemic of debtor’s prisons.

Illinois House Bill 5340: License to Work Act

The “License to Work Act” identifies the scope and limitations of each government office’s suspension/revocation power, the reasons for which a driver’s privileges could be restricted, and which conditions allow a person to have their license restored.

2018 Idaho House Bill No. 599: Driving Without Privileges

Idaho’s HB 599 makes two important changes to Idaho law. First, drivers’ licenses will no longer be suspended for nonpayment of court fines and fees. Previously, Idaho suspended licenses for nonpayment of infraction fines and fees, including virtually all traffic violations. Second, the bill decriminalizes driving on a suspended license.

Personal Narrative: John Griggs

John was arrested for driving with a suspended license in December 1999 and given $400 in court fines, fees, and costs. It wasn’t until February 2018 – nearly 20 years after he was originally arrested – that he finally completed his sentence by spending 20 days in jail to pay down his debt.

Driver's License Suspension

Michigan Public Acts 43-50: Elimination of Driver Responsibility Fees; License Reinstatement

How Chicago Ticket Debt Sends Black Motorists Into Bankruptcy

The Excessive Fines Clause: Challenging the Modern Debtor’s Prison

Illinois House Bill 5340: License to Work Act

2018 Idaho House Bill No. 599: Driving Without Privileges

Personal Narrative: John Griggs

Living in Suspension – Consequences of Driver’s License Suspension Policies

Personal Narrative: Laqueanda Reneau

Minnesota HF 3358: Public safety commissioner required to report on driver’s license suspensions and revocations

Resolution in Support of Limiting Driver’s License Suspensions to Violations that Involve Dangerous Driving