AL SB397

Prohibits licensed day care centers, child care facilities, incapacitated person care programs, and persons under age 19 from leaving children or incapacitated persons unattended in motor vehicles unless supervised by someone at least 19 years old.

First violation results in a fine of not less than $2,000; subsequent violations or prior convictions are classified as Class C misdemeanors.

If a child or incapacitated person suffers physical injury from a violation, the offense becomes a Class A misdemeanor; serious physical injury elevates it to a Class C felony.

If a child or incapacitated person is fatally injured as a result of a violation, the offense is classified as a Class B felony.

Violations of this act cannot be considered evidence of contributory negligence, and insurer liability cannot be limited or mitigated by the violation; became effective on the first day of the third month following passage and gubernatorial approval.