Raised Bill No. 842 Summary

• Eliminates the distinction between first and subsequent offenses for operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked license, making all violations subject to a fine of $150-$200 or up to 3 months imprisonment.

• Establishes a 10-year lookback period for determining repeat offenses, with enhanced penalties for subsequent violations within that period: $200-$600 fine or up to 1 year imprisonment for one prior violation; one year imprisonment with 90 non-suspendable days for two or more prior violations.

• Creates escalating penalties for operating while suspended/revoked due to alcohol-related violations, DUI convictions, or court-ordered restrictions: first offense ($500-$1,000 fine, up to 1 year prison with 30 mandatory days); second offense (up to 2 years with 120 mandatory days); third+ offense (up to 3 years with one year mandatory).

• Caps ignition interlock device suspension periods at 2 years for first-time DUI offenders and 4 years for repeat offenders who lack a vehicle to equip with the device.

• Expands eligibility for accelerated rehabilitation programs to include certain commercial motor vehicle operators while operating commercial vehicles, removing prior restrictions based on holding a commercial driver's license or instruction permit.

• All provisions effective October 1, 2019.