HB87 Alabama 2018 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Thad McClammy

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2018

Title

Traffic offenses, tickets, procedure to allow payment of outstanding fines for certain traffic offenses

Summary

HB 87 would let some people with outstanding traffic fines pay in installments and set rules for license suspension or reinstatement based on compliance.

What This Bill Does

The bill creates a process for eligible drivers to petition a court to pay outstanding traffic fines in monthly installments, with a $35 filing fee. If the court approves, it sets up a payment plan and lifts any license holds. If the installment plan is not followed, the Driver License Division would suspend the driver's license 30 days after notice. The bill also allows for license reinstatement once the installment plan is complied with.

Who It Affects

• Individuals with outstanding traffic fines for offenses not included in Article 9, Chapter 5A, Title 32 who want to pay in installments (and their driving privileges).
• Courts that handle petitions and set up installment plans, and the Alabama Driver License Division which enforces suspensions and reinstatements.

Key Provisions

• Allows petition to pay outstanding traffic fines in installments for eligible offenses; requires a $35 filing fee.
• Requires a court hearing to assess finances and determine an installment plan; removes license holds if the plan is approved.
• If the petition is granted, the court issues a written order allowing monthly installments.
• If a person fails to comply with the installment order, the Driver License Division must suspend the driver's license 30 days after notice to the offender.
• Licenses can be reinstated for those who have been granted and comply with the installment payment plan.
• Effective date: becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval.

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

Subjects

Traffic Violations