HB 17-1162

HB 17-1162, a Colorado bill that has been signed into law, changes how people are penalized for driving with an outstanding judgment against them. Instead of facing misdemeanor charges which could lead to up to six months in jail and a $500 fine, individuals will now face lesser penalties called class A traffic infractions. This change affects drivers who have unpaid judgments, such as overdue child support or other legal debts. The bill is now law after being signed by the governor, meaning it has practical implications for anyone with an outstanding judgment who gets caught driving without a valid license due to that judgment.

Official Summary

Under current law, driving under restraint is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail and up to a $500 fine. The bill decreases the penalty to a class A traffic infraction if the basis of the restraint is an outstanding judgment. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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