HB524 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Ball

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Motor vehicles, operation of personal motor vehicle with two motor vehicles attached prohibited, penalties, Sec. 35-5-211.1 added

Summary

HB524 would make it illegal to operate a personal motor vehicle with two other personal vehicles attached to it, and would set penalties for violations.

What This Bill Does

It adds a new provision prohibiting driving a personal vehicle with two other personal vehicles attached. A violation is a misdemeanor traffic offense punishable by up to a $500 fine, with arrest and bail handled under existing procedures. The bill notes it would involve a new local-fund expense under Amendment 621, but it does not require local approval or a 2/3 vote to take effect because it falls under an exception. It becomes effective on the first day of the third month after the Governor signs it into law.

Who It Affects

• Drivers who operate a personal vehicle with two additional personal vehicles attached to it, who could be charged with a misdemeanor and fined up to $500.
• Law enforcement and the courts, who would enforce the new rule and manage arrest and bail procedures under existing statutes.

Key Provisions

• Adds Section 35-5-211.1 to prohibit operating a personal motor vehicle with two personal motor vehicles attached to it.
• Defines penalties as a misdemeanor traffic offense with a fine of up to $500; arrest and bail handled per Sections 32-1-4 and 32-1-5.
• Establishes the Act's effective date as the first day of the third month after the Governor's approval.
• Notes the bill would require a new or increased local expenditure under Amendment 621 but is exempt from local-entity approval or a 2/3 vote due to specified exceptions.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Motor Vehicles