Iowa HF918 mandates proof of financial liability coverage for motor vehicles and outlines penalties for non-compliance.

Iowa HF918 requires vehicle owners to certify financial liability coverage during registration and renewal. Owners must provide proof of coverage, or face penalties including fines and vehicle impoundment. A first violation is a simple misdemeanor with a fine of $325, while a second violation within five years is an aggravated misdemeanor with a fine up to $8,540. The bill also mandates that fines be distributed to the victim compensation fund, the county, and the state general fund.

Iowa HF918 mandates proof of financial liability coverage for motor vehicles and outlines penalties for non-compliance.

Iowa HF918 requires vehicle owners to certify financial liability coverage during registration and renewal. Owners must provide proof of coverage, or face penalties including fines and vehicle impoundment. A first violation is a simple misdemeanor with a fine of $325, while a second violation within five years is an aggravated misdemeanor with a fine up to $8,540. The bill also mandates that fines be distributed to the victim compensation fund, the county, and the state general fund.