Traffic control: driver license; points from violations captured by automated traffic enforcement devices; prohibit. Amends sec. 320a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.320a).
Key claim: Michigan HB5995 prohibits adding points to a driver license for traffic violations captured by automated traffic enforcement devices, amending MCL 257.320a and taking effect as PA 66 of 2026.
Abstract
(HB5995 · 103rd Legislature) Traffic control: driver license; points from violations captured by automated traffic enforcement devices; prohibit. Amends sec. 320a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.320a). Sponsor: Rep. Jay DeBoyer ® Latest vote: Senate Third Reading: Given Immediate Effect Roll Call # 199 — 36-0 (passed, 2026-07-03) Latest action (2026-07-29): Assigned Pa 66’26 With Immediate Effect
Why this matters
Michigan’s enactment of a statutory bar on driver-license points for automated-enforcement violations sets a boundary on how camera-based traffic programs can affect drivers, separating civil-style camera citations from the points-based licensing regime. This shapes the policy space for any future deployment of speed or red-light cameras on state roads, work zones, or school zones.