S.54

Enhances penalties imposed on drivers who have never been issued a driver's license.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Enhances penalties for drivers without a license who cause injury in a motor vehicle accident.

New Jersey S54 enhances penalties for drivers who have never been issued a license and cause injury in a motor vehicle accident. The bill imposes a $500 fine and up to 60 days in jail for a first offense, a $750 fine and 1-5 days in jail for a second offense, and a $1,000 fine and 10 days in jail for a third or subsequent offense. The penalties apply to drivers who have never been licensed in any jurisdiction and cause bodily injury while operating a motor vehicle.

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Where it stands

Current
Law and Public Safety Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee