Driver responsibility fees for lesser driving offenses were eliminated, effective Oct. 1. 2012
“These fees have been a costly burden on Michigan residents and I’m pleased to see some of them go,” said Secretary of State Ruth Johnson. “Citizens already have to pay court fines and usually see higher insurance rates for violations. These extra fees have made things tougher for many families.”
Public Act 255 of 2011 does away with $150 driver responsibility fees, charged for two consecutive years, for the following violations, committed on or after Oct. 1: 2012
– Operating a motor vehicle with an expired operator’s or chauffer’s license
– Operating without a valid license
– Having more than one license
– Failing to surrender licenses from other states
The law also eliminates $200 driver responsibility fees, charged for two consecutive years, for these violations, committed on or after Oct. 1:
– Failing to have mandatory motor vehicle insurance coverage
– Failure to produce proof of insurance
– Knowingly providing false evidence of insurance
Central Michigan Lawyer Todd Levitt can be reached for a free consultation at 989-772-6000