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CA AB1686
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tom Lackey
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AI Summary
- Allows second and third DUI offenses within 10 years to be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, whereas current law treats these as misdemeanors only
- Increases minimum jail time for second DUI offense from 90 days to 180 days, and for third DUI offense from 120 days to 180 days
- Enables state prison sentencing under Penal Code Section 1170(h) as an alternative to county jail for repeat DUI offenders
- Maintains existing fines of $390 to $1,000 and license suspension/revocation requirements for second and third offenses
- Introduced February 2, 2026 by Assembly Member Lackey with bipartisan coauthors
Legislative Description
Vehicles: driving under the influence: felonies.
Last Action
In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
3/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Public Safety2/17/2026
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