Connecticut House Bill HB06070

Connecticut 2021 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/28/21
• Refer: 1/28/21

Caption

An Act Permitting Motor Vehicle Registration By Telephone Following A Traffic Stop.

Impact

The potential impact of HB 6070 on state laws includes a change in how motor vehicle registrations are managed. Currently, vehicle registration renewals are often conducted through mail or in-person visits to the DMV, and failure to adhere to these methods can result in fines and the possibility of vehicle impoundment. This bill would provide a more immediate remedy for individuals who may not have had the opportunity to renew their registration due to notification issues, which could reduce the burden on citizens facing penalties during a traffic stop.

Summary

House Bill 6070 aims to amend Chapter 246 of the general statutes to allow motor vehicle owners to renew their vehicle registration via telephone when they are stopped by a police officer for failing to renew their registration. This provision is intended to address situations where vehicle owners may not have received renewal notifications via mail. By enabling this phone renewal option, the bill seeks to facilitate the registration process and provide a solution for those who may face penalties due to a lack of notification.

Contention

While HB 6070 seeks to ease the process for renewing vehicle registrations, it might also raise concerns regarding enforcement practices and compliance with registration laws. Some law enforcement agencies may be unsure about how to implement this process during traffic stops. Additionally, the effectiveness of phone renewals in preventing fines or vehicle impoundments could be debated among stakeholders, with some questioning whether this provision properly addresses the root cause of registration non-compliance.