HB 18-1439
signedProhibit Misleading Signs Disclaiming Liability
Plain-English Summary
AI-generatedHouse Bill 18-1439, which has been signed into law in Colorado, bans vehicle owners from putting up signs that claim they are not responsible for any damage or injuries if something falls out of their car. If someone violates this rule, they can be fined $100 and have to pay an additional $30 surcharge. This law affects anyone who drives a vehicle and considers using such liability disclaimer signs. Since the bill has been signed, it is now enforceable by law in Colorado.
Official Summary
The bill prohibits an owner from displaying a sign stating that the owner or driver is not liable for any damage or injury caused by an item falling out of or escaping from the vehicle. The violation is a class B traffic offense subject to a fine of $100 and a surcharge of $30.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)
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- Chamber
- House
- First action
- 2018-05-04
- Latest action
- 2018-05-03
- Last action desc.
- Introduced In House - Assigned to Judiciary
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