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CT HB06589
Bill
Status
3/10/2011
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
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Creates new penalty enhancement for operating under the influence (DUI) when a passenger under 16 years of age is present, allowing fines and imprisonment up to twice the maximum for the underlying violation.
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Elevates manslaughter in the second degree with a motor vehicle from a class C felony to a class B felony when the victim is under 16 years of age.
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Elevates assault in the second degree with a motor vehicle from a class D felony to a class C felony when the victim is under 16 years of age.
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All provisions take effect October 1, 2011.
Legislative Description
An Act Increasing The Penalties For Drunken Driving When A Child Is A Passenger Or When Serious Injury Or Death Of A Child Results.
Last Action
Public Hearing 03/18
3/14/2011