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AL HB774
Bill
Status
5/1/2012
Primary Sponsor
Barry Mask
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AI Summary
HB774 Summary
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Amends Section 13A-6-4 to classify criminally negligent homicide as a Class C felony when caused by any vehicle operator (including vessels) unlawfully driving or operating under the influence of alcohol or drugs, expanding beyond current law limited to motor vehicles.
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Amends Section 13A-6-20 to classify assault in the first degree as a Class B felony when caused by a person driving or operating any vehicle while unlawfully under the influence of alcohol or drugs causing serious physical injury, broadening the current restriction to motor vehicles only.
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Extends drunk or drugged operation charges to include vessels and other propelled devices, applying the same criminal penalties as motor vehicle violations under Sections 32-5A-191 and 32-5A-191.3.
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Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.
Legislative Description
Driving or operating a vehicle as defined (including vessels) under the influence of alcohol or drugs, criminal negligent homicide or assault in the first degree amended to include, Secs. 13A-6-4, 13A-6-20 am'd.
Crimes and Offenses
Last Action
Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Judiciary
5/1/2012