Alabama Code 32-7A-23. Evidence of coverage at time of citation
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Attorney's Note
Under the Alabama Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C misdemeanor | up to 3 months | up to $500 |
| Violation | up to 30 days | up to $200 |
Terms Used In Alabama Code 32-7A-23
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- person: includes a corporation as well as a natural person. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
No person charged with violating the requirements of this chapter to maintain or present, or both, evidence of insurance shall be convicted of a Class C misdemeanor in accordance with subsection (a) of Section 32-7A-16 if such person produces in court satisfactory evidence that, at the time of the citation, the motor vehicle was covered by a liability insurance policy, commercial automobile liability insurance policy, liability insurance bond, or deposit of cash in accordance with Section 32-7A-4. However, such person may be convicted of a traffic violation as set forth in subsection (b) of Section 32-7A-16.