New December 1 ‘booting’ law saves drivers from $2,000 on-the-spot bills but hands out $1k fines

A STRICT new rule is set to take effect next week and while it may save some drivers $2,000, others will be slapped with $1,000 fines.

The crackdown will begin on Monday, December 1.

Booting commercial trucks in North Carolina will become illegal as lawmakers crack down on predatory companies accused of holding vehicles hostage for eye-watering fees.

Violators can be charged with a Class 2 misdemeanor, carrying penalties up to $1,000…

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