Bill would set up system for instant computer checks of auto insurance in ...
JACKSON, Miss. — A proposal to set up online computer checks to make sure drivers have auto insurance is again moving forward in the Mississippi House. A similar measure was vetoed last year by then-Gov. Haley Barbour.
According to 2009 numbers from the Insurance Research Council, Mississippi has the highest share of uninsured motorists in the nation, at 28 percent. That's twice the national level of uninsured motorists found by the council, which is an arm of the property insurance industry.
The measure, sponsored by House Insurance Committee Chairman Gary Chism, R- Columbus , calls for the Department of Public Safety to contract with a company to provide the service.
The idea behind an online verification service is to keep someone from buying insurance, getting an insurance card, and then cutting off the policy.
"People buy the insurance, let it lapse after a month, and they still have the card for five more months," Chism said.
The bill would impose a fine of $300 for someone caught driving without insurance, rising to $400 on the second offense and $500 on the third offense. Currently, someone without insurance is fined $500, but the fine can be lowered to $100 if a person buys insurance before a court date.
Lucas Oil Modifieds Set For A Stellar 2012 Season
In 2007, Lucas Oil officially launched their Modified Racing Series. The concept was to create a regional touring series, for the high powered open wheel race cars, at a variety of race tracks located in the western states that was high in competitive quality as well as being lucrative, yet cost friendly, for the participating teams. Success, for this new racing venture, was instant and over the years it has become a fan favorite at every racing venue the series visits.
In recent months, series officials Greg Scheidecker, Bill Rozhon and Alan Brown conducted a series of meetings to prepare for the start of the 2012 season. That effort has resulted in creating one of the strongest programs in series’ history.
First off, the series officials are proud to welcome 1-800-Loan Mart as the new title sponsor. Headquartered in Encino-California, 1-800-Loan Mart has been the leading provider of non-traditional lending services since 2001. 1-800-Loan Mart was founded on a mission to provide superior service to customers while establishing a stable, financially responsible company.
