CT HB06701

Establishes a class D felony charge for operating a motor vehicle under the influence with a child under 16 years old as a passenger, with penalties including fines of $500-$1,000, up to 6 months imprisonment (with 48 consecutive hours mandatory), and license suspension with ignition interlock device requirements.

Upgrades manslaughter in the second degree with a motor vehicle to a class B felony (from class C) when the victim is a child under 16 years old who was a passenger in the vehicle.

Upgrades assault in the second degree with a motor vehicle to a class C felony (from class D) when serious physical injury is caused to a child under 16 years old who was a passenger in the vehicle.

Requires ignition interlock device installation on all motor vehicles owned or operated by offenders, with operating restrictions for specified periods following license restoration.

All provisions become effective October 1, 2013.