HB283 Summary

• Defines "under the influence" as not having normal use of mental or physical faculties due to alcohol, controlled substances, drugs, or any combination thereof introduced into the body.

• Consolidates separate DUI charges into a single offense chargeable when a person is under the influence of any substance rendering them incapable of safe driving.

• Maintains existing blood alcohol concentration thresholds: 0.08% for adults, 0.02% for persons under 21, 0.04% for commercial vehicle operators, and greater than 0.02% for school bus/day care drivers.

• Establishes penalties ranging from fines of $600-$2,100 and jail time for first convictions up to Class C felony charges with 1-10 years imprisonment for fourth and subsequent convictions within five years.

• Requires ignition interlock device installation for convicted offenders, with specific duration periods tied to offense severity and doubled duration for high blood alcohol concentrations (0.15% or greater) or test refusal.