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AL SB72

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/21/2023

Primary Sponsor

Gerald Allen

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2023

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 2 of Act 2018-517 effective July 1, 2023, which was scheduled to delete ignition interlock device requirements for DUI offenders approved for pretrial diversion programs.

  • Preserves the requirement that persons charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and approved for any pretrial diversion program must install an approved ignition interlock device for a minimum of six months or the duration of the pretrial diversion program.

  • Amends Section 4 of Act 2018-517 to make conforming changes reflecting the repeal of the sunset provision that would have eliminated ignition interlock requirements.

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor or upon otherwise becoming law.

Legislative Description

Relating to driving under the influence and the requirements for the installation of an ignition interlock device by a person charged with driving under the influence and approved for a pretrial diversion program; to repeal Section 2 of Act 2018-517 of the 2018 Regular Session, now appearing as Section 32-5A-191 of the Code of Alabama 1975, effective July 1, 2023, which would delete provisions requiring the installation of ignition interlock by a person charged with driving under the influence and approved for a pretrial diversion program; and to amend Section 4 of Act 2018-517 of the 2018 Regular Session to conform to this act.

Last Action

Indefinitely Postpone

5/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Transportation and Energy3/21/2023

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