Motor Car (Liveries) Amendment Act

What this bill does

This bill makes two main changes to Bermuda's motor vehicle laws. It creates a new criminal offense with fines up to $5,000 and possible jail time for people who operate minicar taxi services without proper licenses. It also expands the types of vehicles that can be used for guided tours from just 4-wheeled vehicles to include both 3-wheeled and 4-wheeled vehicles.

If passed (voted YES)

• People operating unlicensed minicar taxi services could face fines up to $5,000 or up to 3 months in prison
• Tour operators will be able to use 3-wheeled vehicles (like electric trikes) for guided tours, not just 4-wheeled ones
• The government will have stronger enforcement tools against illegal taxi operations

If rejected (voted NO)

• Operating an unlicensed minicar taxi service remains illegal but without specific criminal penalties
• Guided tour vehicles remain limited to 4-wheeled vehicles only
• Current regulations stay exactly as they are

Who it affects

This mainly affects taxi and livery service operators who could face new penalties for operating without licenses, and tour companies who would gain more flexibility in choosing vehicles for their guided tours.