Record #:

20394

Author(s):

Drennan, James C.

Abstract:

An infraction is a noncriminal violation of law not punishable by imprisonment. Unless otherwise provided by law, the person committing the infraction faces a penalty of not more than $100. This memorandum will discuss the effects of the infractions law on the procedures used by criminal justice officials, provide a list of infractions, and discuss a significant new driver's license revocation made applicable to all motor vehicle offenses by the infractions legislation.

Source:

Administration of Justice Memorandum (NoCar KFN 7908 .A15 U6), Vol. Issue 2, Aug 1986, p1-9

Subject(s):

Infractions legislation, 1985-86; Driver's license--Revocation of