Improper driving; charged as traffic infraction when degree of culpability is slight. (HB2052)
Introduced By
Del. Michele McQuigg (R-Occoquan)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Improper driving charged by law-enforcement officer. Provides that a person may be charged with improper driving who has engaged in reckless driving where the degree of culpability is slight. Improper driving is punishable as a traffic infraction punishable by a fine of not more than $500. Currently, only a charge of reckless driving may be reduced to improper driving by the court or the attorney for the Commonwealth. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/08/2007 | Committee |
| 01/08/2007 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/07 078296412 |
| 01/08/2007 | Referred to Committee on Transportation |
| 01/16/2007 | Referred from Transportation |
| 01/16/2007 | Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice |
| 01/18/2007 | Impact statement from DPB (HB2052) |