Introduced
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To require a drivers license suspension of one year for a person convicted of a high blood alcohol level drunk driving offense (above .15 milliliters per liter of blood). A restricted license would be allowed after 45 days. An ignition interlocking device would have to be installed in the individual’s car which prevents it from starting if the person has a blood alcohol content that exceeds a certain level, and could not be removed unless the device has not have recorded a blood alcohol content exceeding certain thresholds for a specified period. The bill would also revise standards for such devices.
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Substitute offered
The substitute failed by voice vote
Substitute offered
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The substitute failed by voice vote
Substitute offered
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To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details based on extensive testimony and "fine tuning." The main substance of the bill as previously described is not changed.
The substitute passed by voice vote
Amendment offered
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To move the effective date of the bill back to Oct. 1, 2010.
The amendment failed by voice vote
Amendment offered
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To revise the prior convictions provisions that toughen the penalties and conditions for a person convicted of the proposed drunk driving violation. The amendment would change this from one conviction in the past seven years to two within the past 10 years.
The amendment failed by voice vote
Amendment offered
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To clarify provisions regarding the reporting of vehicle interlock results (whether the person has attempted to drive after drinking).
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 92 to 16 (details)
