This bill changes how driver's licenses are suspended for people convicted of driving under the influence by allowing courts to issue restricted driving permits for essential activities like work, school, and medical testing—rather than imposing a complete license revocation. For first-time offenders, the court gains flexibility to revoke licenses for 30 days to one year, while for repeat offenders, licenses can be partially restored after completing a chemical dependency program. The changes shift from mandatory full suspensions to a system where people can maintain limited driving privileges for necessary purposes.
Signed by the Governor H.J. 290
Delivered to the Governor H.J. 242
Signed by the President S.J. 214
Signed by the Speaker H.J. 227
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 33, NAYS 0. S.J. 183
Judiciary Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Judiciary Do Pass Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 0.
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Judiciary S.J. 117
House of Representatives Do Pass Passed, YEAS 68, NAYS 1. H.J. 117
Judiciary Certified uncontested, placed on consent H.J. 1
Judiciary Do Pass Passed, YEAS 13, NAYS 0. H.J. 1
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing H.J. 1
First read in House and referred to House Judiciary H.J. 54
Judiciary — Do Pass
Judiciary — Do Pass